Ivo Karlovic Is Recovering From Viral Meningitis

ATP big man Ivo Karlovic is in a Miami hospital this week recovering from a case of viral meningitis. In a statement by his family, it was made clear the former Top 20 player did not have a stroke as some media had reported.

“Ivo did not have a stroke, as some outlets have stated; rather, he has viral meningitis (inflammation of the meninges of the brain). We ask for privacy during his recovery process. We thank everyone for their support and well wishes.”

According to the CDC, viral meningitis is an inflammation of the protective tissue around the brain and spinal cord. “The symptoms of viral meningitis usually last from 7 to 10 days, and people with normal immune systems usually recover completely.”

The 34-year-old took to twitter earlier today adding some levity to the situation:

What i learned today: dilaudid is 5 times stronger than morphine. And its gooooood.

— ivo karlovic (@ivokarlovic) April 30, 2013

Thanks everybody for prayers and good wishes. It really helped. You the bestest.

— ivo karlovic (@ivokarlovic) April 30, 2013

We all wish him a quick and speedy recovery!