Mitchell Eliot has opened up about contracting dengue fever while in Bali, revealing it’s the ‘closest to death’ he’s ever felt before.
The Love Island star, who appeared on the fourth season of the reality TV series in 2018, took to TikTok on Monday to shed light on the terrifying experience while also warning fans to take the right precautions.
‘The last three days have been hell,’ the 28-year-old began while lying in bed shirtless.
‘I had to get an ambulance in Bali to a hospital. I just had the worst fever, the worst body pains,’ he told his fans.
‘They reckon it was dengue fever, which is pretty much like malaria, and you get it from mosquito bites.’
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Mitchell Eliot (pictured) has opened up about contracting dengue fever while in Bali, revealing it’s the ‘closest to death’ he’s ever felt before
The Love Island star took to TikTok on Monday to shed light on the terrifying experience while also warning fans to take the right precautions
He revealed that it took five nights before he started showing any symptoms after he was ‘annihilated’ by mosquitoes one night and woke up with around thirty bites.
However, the influencer then went on to make a startling claim about the illness, revealing that he will battle with the repercussions for life.
‘Apparently after you get it, you’re sick for the rest of your life. Like you just randomly get sick and it’s always in you,’ he said.
Mitchell then warned others who may be visiting Bali to use mosquito repellent and mosquito nets during their stay, as it wasn’t worth the risk.
Dengue fever is a viral illness contracted from mosquito bites, primarily in tropical and subtropical locations.
While most people recover from the illness within seven days, severe cases can lead to Dengue Haemorrhagic Fever, a serious and potentially fatal condition.
In April, Mitchell broke his silence following his split from Phoebe Spiller – revealing he was embracing a new chapter of self-discovery and sexual fluidity.
The reality star, who found love with Phoebe on season four, didn’t hold back when it came to speaking about his sexuality and personal growth during a revealing chat on the Sensory Overload podcast.
In April, Mitchell broke his silence following his split from Phoebe Spiller (left) – revealing he was embracing a new chapter of self-discovery and sexual fluidity
The reality star didn’t hold back when it came to speaking about his sexuality and personal growth during a revealing chat on the Sensory Overload podcast
Opening up for the first time since the couple’s shock split in July 2024, Mitch said he’s finally giving himself permission to explore ‘how I am’ without pressure or labels.
‘Sexuality is so beautiful, and I think people just need to loosen the f**k up,’ he told podcast host Billy Barker.
‘If you have these little thoughts, just explore different options. Even if that person is not your normal type, you could open a whole new world.’
The former tradie-turned-influencer said the experience has been both confronting and freeing, noting that he’s no longer afraid to be curious or question his identity.
‘After my break-up, this is when I decided I’m going to be more open,’ he shared. ‘I’ve known deep down I wanted to be a bit more fluid, a bit more this and that… but I’ve never really acted on it much. This is just all about me figuring it out.’
He added bluntly: ‘Who gives a f**k who you f**k?’
The Gold Coast native made it clear he doesn’t feel the need to slap a label on his sexuality – despite the constant curiosity from fans.
‘I get DMs from people now and people will be like, ‘What’s your sexuality?’ he said.
‘I’m like – it’s none of your business first of all. And second of all, I don’t believe we have to have a name for it. One day you can feel so straight, one day you can feel so queer.’
