Max George keeps a low profile as he heads out after issuing a gruelling health update following his terrifying heart surgery

Max George kept a low profile while heading out in Manchester on Friday, following his recent health update.

The Wanted singer, 36, had a pacemaker fitted after being admitted to the hospital in December for an undisclosed heart condition. 

After a lengthy stay, he was discharged on Christmas Day and spent the holidays with his girlfriend Maisie Smith, before visiting his mum Barbara in Salford, Greater Manchester.

For his latest outing, Max kept his look casual with a black North Face gilet over a black jumper, paired with khaki green cargo trousers. 

He completed the ensemble with Nike trainers and a cosy black beanie hat as he headed to his car.

It comes after George shared an insight into his gruelling recovery following his shock heart surgery at the end of last year. 

Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, the musician shared a clip of him walking slowly on the treadmill as he works towards getting his fitness levels back post surgery.

Max appeared in good spirits and turned to give the camera a thumbs up.

The star feared he would be spending Christmas in hospital, however he was able to return home where he was reunited with his girlfriend Maisie Smith.

Taking to Instagram with a reflective post at the end of the year, Max penned: '2024.. Certainly a year I won’t forget!

'So lucky to have the life that I have. I can’t wait for the next chapter, no matter what challenges lie ahead.'

Meanwhile the star also revealed that he was experiencing a 'flicking feeling' in his chest following his surgery.

Taking to his Instagram Stories on New Year's Eve, Max revealed he was experiencing a strange feeling in his chest and doctor's aren't sure yet what it is.

The star asked his followers if they have ever experienced the same thing as he sought advice ahead of a check-up.

In his video, he said: 'I'm in the hospital tomorrow for another check up because I've been getting this flicking feeling in the left side of my chest. I'm actually getting it right now.

'I was wondering if you guys knew what it might be or you've experienced it yourself because the doctors aren't too sure.

'Maybe it's touching a nerve and it'll go away in time or they might have to move a wire slightly but I'm all ears because all I'm doing is research.

'I know nothing about pacemakers. Any information I could get would be most appreciated.'

It comes after Max shared that he has taken his first steps outside since the ordeal, posting a photo of himself on a night time dog walk with his beloved pitbull Albert.

He also uploaded an image of his Apple Watch, showing his heart rate at 85 bpm.

Captioning the photos, he wrote: 'Back on the streets… Felt great to have my first few steps outside for a while.. especially with my beautiful boy'.