Stuart opens up about his addiction fears in EastEnders

As he goes in for surgery.

On the day of his surgery, Stuart spots Linda sneaking alcohol into a drink and confides in Rainie about his fears of being addicted to painkillers.

Later, Stuart claims he’s in no pain as he comes out of surgery, but after difficulty trying to reach Roland, Vi realises he is struggling.

EastEnders continues Mondays to Thursdays at 7.30pm on BBC One