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Abrams was also hospitalized in February for severe stomach pains, but was released in time to perform with the season's top 12 men. His performance of Joe Cocker's "With a Little Help From My Friends" on Wednesday night impressed the judges and was strong enough to move him on to the next round in the competition. Please enter email address to continue.

Please enter valid email address to continue. Chrome Safari Continue. The fan favorite missed the episode with his second hospitalization of the year. He is unfortunately sick and in the hospital right now," host Ryan Seacrest said at the opening of the show, in which Ashton Jones was eventually sent packing.

We know you're watching buddy, feel better - shout out to the nurses. Get back here soon, okay? Later Thursday night, Abrams wrote on Twitter : "hey guys, thanks for the well wishes, I got some nice fresh blood in me and feeling better. His condition: Ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease which affects the lining of the large intestine. It's not the first time an "Idol" finalist has grappled with illness. Last season, Crystal Bowersox was hospitalized during Top 24 week for complications related to diabetes.

The runner-up sent Abrams her support via Twitter , writing, "Stay in this game, Casey. Don't be afraid to say no sometimes. Get back here soon, OK? While a spokesperson for "Idol" told MTV News that no further details were available on Abrams' illness on Thursday night, the bass-playing singer tweeted about the situation after the show, writing "Hey guys, thanks for the well wishes, I got some nice fresh blood in me and feeling better. An unnamed "Idol" insider reportedly told the Hollywood Reporter that Abrams received two blood transfusions while in the hospital to treat a condition called ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory condition that affects the lining of the large intestine.

Earlier this season, on February 23, Abrams was rushed to the ER after complaining about stomach pains and almost missed the subsequent taping of the top men's performances, which potentially would have eliminated him from the competition before the finals.

Abrams was in no danger of going home on Thursday night's show, but if his condition continues and he is unable to perform next week, he could be sent home.