Bee Gees member Robin Gibb has thanked his fans for their well-wishes after he was admitted to hospital yesterday, October 13. 

The star posted a message on his official website to explain his hospitalisation to concerned fans and asked for them to respect his privacy during this "difficult" time:

"Robin Gibb, accompanied by his wife Dwina, was taken to the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford on Thursday 13th October 2011 to undergo tests for abdominal pain and is being treated for inflammation of the colon."

"He requests that since this is a difficult time for him and his family his privacy be respected. Robin would like to thank all his friends and fans for their good wishes and sends them his love."

Watch Gibb perform 'I've Got To Get A Message To You' below: