Viewers of the ITV soap will know that Paul Foreman was diagnosed with motor neurone disease earlier this year. After being told by his neurologist that he has MND, Paul begged her to tell him how long he will live.
In tonight’s episode, Paul attended a speech therapy hospital appointment with his mum where viewers saw him tell the nurses he has been struggling with coughing fits. Upon completing further tests at the hospital, the nurse confirmed exactly how long he had left to live.READ MORE: Coronation Street viewers plead 'I just know it' as date of Paul's death is 'confirmed'
She confirmed Paul has a matter of months left to live, anything from six to 12 months. After hearing this confirmation, viewers of the hit ITV soap were left “heartbroken”.A second added: “My heart is breaking for Paul & I can see it being a Christmas ending.” Another posted: “Devastating for poor Paul and Billy” while a fourth commented: “My heart is breaking for Paul.”Win the ultimate family festive break at Alton Towers Resort this Christmas