Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Fri Dec 16, 2011 5:49 pm
Cardiff City midfielder Stephen McPhail could be out for a few weeks with a recurrence of Sjogren's Syndrome which he has suffered from in recent months.
McPhail, who is in remission from a stage one lymphoma, will be missing for Cardiff City's Championship clash at Millwall.
"It's flared up at the moment so it's something we will monitor closely," said Cardiff City manager Malky Mackay.
"We have got to be very careful of how we deal with it."
Added Mackay: "The medical department are right on top of it. We will give him every back up we can hoping that in a couple of weeks' time that settles down and he's back to where he was a few weeks ago.
"I can't put a time on it but I would hope in we would have him back in a couple of weeks.
"He's a fine man. He's someone I've got an awful lot of time for. Great mental strength in terms of what he has been through."
Also out is defender Anthony Gerrard who misses the trip to London with a hamstring injury.
Gerrard was injured in the victory over Birmingham as the Bluebirds went third in the Championship.
But though Gerrard is sidelined midfielders Filip Kiss and Aron Gunnersson look likely to travel to London with the team.
Kiss (ankle) and Gunnarsson (dead leg) were also injured during the win over Birmingham City on Sunday.
McPhail has endured a difficult two years after being diagnosed with stage one MALT lymphoma in November 2009.
The 31-year-old, who has made more than 150 appearances for the Bluebirds, had cancer treatment after a lump was removed from his neck.
And his preparations for the 2011/2012 season were disrupted when he was originally struck down by the Syndrome.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/16091801.stm
McPhail, who is in remission from a stage one lymphoma, will be missing for Cardiff City's Championship clash at Millwall.
"It's flared up at the moment so it's something we will monitor closely," said Cardiff City manager Malky Mackay.
"We have got to be very careful of how we deal with it."
Added Mackay: "The medical department are right on top of it. We will give him every back up we can hoping that in a couple of weeks' time that settles down and he's back to where he was a few weeks ago.
"I can't put a time on it but I would hope in we would have him back in a couple of weeks.
"He's a fine man. He's someone I've got an awful lot of time for. Great mental strength in terms of what he has been through."
Also out is defender Anthony Gerrard who misses the trip to London with a hamstring injury.
Gerrard was injured in the victory over Birmingham as the Bluebirds went third in the Championship.
But though Gerrard is sidelined midfielders Filip Kiss and Aron Gunnersson look likely to travel to London with the team.
Kiss (ankle) and Gunnarsson (dead leg) were also injured during the win over Birmingham City on Sunday.
McPhail has endured a difficult two years after being diagnosed with stage one MALT lymphoma in November 2009.
The 31-year-old, who has made more than 150 appearances for the Bluebirds, had cancer treatment after a lump was removed from his neck.
And his preparations for the 2011/2012 season were disrupted when he was originally struck down by the Syndrome.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/16091801.stm
Re: Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Fri Dec 16, 2011 5:52 pm
I know this was reported for the Millwall match, but just a reminder to why McPhail is the only selection NOT considered for Borough.
Re: Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Fri Dec 16, 2011 5:56 pm
Merlin wrote:I know this was reported for the Millwall match, but just a reminder to why McPhail is the only selection NOT considered for Borough.
Its got to be worrying although he's got 18 months left on his contract - he's 32 now.
I hope he goes into coaching rather than flogging himself at Exeter of Torquay.
He's really well though of at the club from what I've heard and a bright enough lad when he talks. Should make a good coach/manager eventually.
Re: Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Fri Dec 16, 2011 6:00 pm
get well soon macca 
Re: Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Fri Dec 16, 2011 6:02 pm
Its a massive shame for Mcphail, I still believe we require his services for this campaign and maybe the next.....a true loyal servent to the bluebirds cause.
Get Well soon McPhail
Get Well soon McPhail
Re: Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Fri Dec 16, 2011 8:54 pm
Get well soon Steve
Re: Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Fri Dec 16, 2011 9:30 pm
I read up a little on that Sjogrens Syndrome ..what a terrible condition.. I just would like to wish Steve a quick recovery and hope it doesn't flare up too often in the future...
http://www.webmd.boots.com/arthritis/arthritis-sjogrens-syndrome
http://www.webmd.boots.com/arthritis/arthritis-sjogrens-syndrome
Re: Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Fri Dec 16, 2011 11:32 pm
Big blow but more importantly hope Steve gets better asap
Re: Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Fri Dec 16, 2011 11:59 pm
Get well soon Macca!
Great news that Kiss and Gunnar are both fit!
Great news that Kiss and Gunnar are both fit!
Re: Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Sat Dec 17, 2011 9:32 am
When called upon this season mcphail has been outstanding
i really do hope he gets better soon ,agree that he would be a fine addition as a coach for any team
i really do hope he gets better soon ,agree that he would be a fine addition as a coach for any team
Re: Stephen McPhail out again with Sjogren's Syndrome
Sat Dec 17, 2011 9:37 am
cant wait for steve to put the city shirt on again,and hopefully its soon.