It might sound nice to put it that way, but it's all part of it. But, as I say, when I look at him, he's not the Al that I knew, and I've known him since I was 15 years old. He's always had so much energy. McGuire at that time said he was suffering from a form of anemia. He has been no more specific since then about his condition.
Anemia is a blood disorder.
At the time McGuire entered the hospital, his wife said he was being treated for a viral infection, apart from his blood disorder. A few friends who have gone to visit McGuire have declined to comment about his condition and appearance. According to Pat McGuire, he has been getting blood transfusions. So, he's had a little infection there. But, you know, he gets up and goes out.