Nate Dogg Stable after Second Stroke

TMZ has learned hip-hop legend Nate Dogg is still hangin' on after suffering a stroke 11 days ago -- his second in the last year.

We're told Nate is in stable condition in a hospital ward, but is using an assisted breathing tube -- which is not required but makes breathing easier for him. Despite other reports, Dogg, who is currently sedated, did NOT suffer any brain damage.

According to our sources it's too early to tell how this stroke will impact the use of his limbs (his arm and leg were affected from the first stroke) -- but there isn't much movement below his neck at this time.

Nate's due in court on the 24th to face felony charges after he allegedly made death threats to his estranged wife.

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16. oh well, you know what they say!! what goes around, comes around!!!

Posted at 6:52PM on Sep 16th 2008 by I'm just sayin'

17. people complaining about the comments must remember you are the life you lead. he has been rude and tactless to many and talent doesn't override treating others poorly. hopefully he will recover and hopefully he will have a different path to continue his second chance life. strength love and peace to you bro

Posted at 7:07PM on Sep 16th 2008 by SultrySiren

18. That's really sad.The man just had a stroke and everybody gotta dis him. I hope he gets better soon!!! NATE4LYFE!!!

Posted at 7:13PM on Sep 16th 2008 by BabyKellz

19. We must remember that but for the grace of God there goes you or I There are many people who suffer and are not considered "bad by society. We are all born sinners and what I am concerned about for hm as well as others responding and reading this email is that they know the Lord Jesus Christ as there personal Saviour and are actively growing and have a personal relationship with Him. John 3:14.

What matters most is where you spend eternity and there are only two possible placed - heaven or forever torment in hell.

Nate is a child of God and I am so thankful that God is longsuffering and forgivng because most of you are so cold; be careful what you say because we "reap just what we sow."

If you are saved and believe in the POWER of prayer, lt's join togeather in praying for Nate and his family, for healingj and resoration, that God receive the glory from his life and for his family that God give them strength and comfort during this time difficulty.

Remember: Judge not, that you be not judged. For there is only one judge and that is Jesus Christ!

To Nate' Family, I love you all and am praying for Nate and you as well. Know that God is ABLE and don't lose Faith because no matter what... His will is good and perfect; He makes no mistakes.

Posted at 7:38PM on Sep 16th 2008 by God' Child

20. Hey ayyya ayyeee... Smoke weed everyday...

Posted at 8:00PM on Sep 16th 2008 by CTolson

21. Yeah, that is pretty sad that most of you are making fun of someone who obviously need people to pray for him. I will keep Nate Dogg and his family in my prayers and last but not least, I will definitely pray for every cruel and ridiculously ignorant comments people are saying about him. 1 luv Nate Dogg.

Posted at 8:35PM on Sep 16th 2008 by 1luv

22. awww hope he gets better soon.....luv him

Posted at 9:32PM on Sep 16th 2008 by lurves nate dogg

23. It's obvious that many people don't know the FACTS regarding Strokes...
#1 - You can indeed have a full blown stroke without lasting permanent damage...I had one at 18 where I lost my speech, and was completely numb and paralyzed on my entire right side, but after two days, I was just fine...I went on to raise my children, earn a College Degree, enjoy a good career, and am currently working on another degree...
#2 - Street drugs generally don't "cause" strokes, but can affect ones circulatory system with prolonged use...Smoking, and the Birth Control Pill are the leading causes of stroke in younger people...Mine was caused from both...
#3 - TIA's can happen without any symptoms being noticed whatsoever...Some 20 years after my initial stroke, I started having them and was not aware that they'd been so frequent until my Dr. sat me down for a chat...

So, for all of you that think you're impervious, think again...It can happen to anyone, at any age, for any number of reasons...

Posted at 10:13PM on Sep 16th 2008 by Hussie

24. My first thought was "Karma sucks when you have been bad". Seems to be chewing on this bad dogg's butt right now. Azzwipe he is, legend he ain't.

Posted at 9:23PM on Sep 17th 2008 by Ms_Tell_It_Like_It_Is

25. Legend or not. Stop using coke and the sizures will stop! Ugh, wake up! Drugs cause strokes also!! Idiot. If he keeps using drugs his life is over!! Get it?? I don't feel sorry for him!!

Posted at 10:26PM on Sep 16th 2008 by showgirl

26. skinnymama your the stupid one because all strokes do not leave brain damage. I have had 2 major strokes and a series of tias with no brain damage or impairment. It is possible.

Posted at 10:44PM on Sep 16th 2008 by DDub

27. There is no such thing as an "assisted breathing tube". That would be known as a ventilator and people only are put on vents when they cannot breathe on their own. This is a clear case of the truth not being told-just like Bernie Mac...

Posted at 11:07PM on Sep 16th 2008 by dork knows better

28. I'm not familiar with Nate Doggs music and I don't know if he is a legend or NOT! But what I do know is HE"S HUMAN and I wish him a FULL speedy recovery

Posted at 11:25PM on Sep 16th 2008 by Beauty for Ashes

29. I dont want to think he is doing Crack, but he is way to young to be suffering from Strokes...
I know Crack Cocaine Makes you suffer strokes sometimes

Posted at 1:19AM on Sep 17th 2008 by Heyou

30. as someone in healthcare, his assited tube to help him breath means he is on a ventilator which means that the stroke was severe enough that the doctors decided to protect his airway and/or he can no longer breath on his own. Once on a ventilator which a lot of people call respirators it will take some time to get him off the machine. Unfortunately, he can develop a lot of problems once being placed on a vent (ie) infection, pneumonia, pnemothorax, another stroke,and he could have a cardic arrest and die on the vent

Posted at 1:48AM on Sep 17th 2008 by KEN

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