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"I now have to rest, in order to make a complete recovery and ensure that I’m as fit as can be before getting back to work," singer writes

Deep Purple's Ian Gillan Sergione Infuso/Corbis via Getty Images

Deep Purple singer Ian Gillan offered a health update Saturday, a week after a “ medical emergency ” forced the band to postpone their European tour.

Gillan returned to social media Saturday to tell fans that he recently underwent surgery, which would be followed by a period of rest and recovery.

“I had a procedure yesterday which was successful,” Gillan wrote . “I now have to rest, in order to make a complete recovery and ensure that I’m as fit as can be before getting back to work, thanks everybody for your patience and understanding.…