Sir Elton John yesterday revealed he has been struck down by an agonizing bout of appendicitis that could have killed him.

The 66-year-old legend had to scrap his European tour — including a gig at London’s Hyde Park — after stomach pain forced him off stage on Friday. Scans showed a potentially-fatal appendix abscess.

Sir Elton told The Sun: “I’m lucky to be alive.”

Stricken Sir Elton risked his life by battling his way through concerts despite crippling stomach pain.

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