He took to his Facebook page to deny reports that he has a throat tumor over the weekend.
But now TMZ reports that family members of Val Kilmer believe the actor is in denial over his health, and is refusing treatment due to his belief in the Christian Science religion.
TMZ report that members of Val's family have known about the tumor since summer, and urged him to see a doctor, but Christian Science followers are known to believe that prayers heal over medical treatment.
Health issues: Val Kilmer - pictured here in 2013 - is said to be refusing treatment due his Christian Science religious beliefs, according to family members who have spoken to TMZ. The Heat star was last seen on January 16 with a scarf around his neck during a Lakers game which he attended with his son Jack
A changing man: The LA native looked heavier in 2006 (left) and much thinner in 2014 (right)
MailOnline have reached out to representatives for Kilmer who have so far been unavailable for comment.
Religious beliefs: Kilmer is known to be a devout followers of Christian Science
According to the insider, anyone who persisted with asking the actor to seek medical help was simply cut out of his life.
However, the family is hopeful his attitude is changing as when he began coughing up blood last week, he has become more receptive to treatment.
Kilmer is known as a devout Christian Scientist, although he once said in a 2005 interview that it was 'quite a challenging faith'.
The 55-year-old took to his Facebook page early on Saturday to deny reports that he had undergone an operation for his throat.
He wrote: 'Thank you for all your sweet support. But I have not had a tumor, or a tumor operations, or any operation.
'I had a complication where the best way to receive care was to stay under the watchful eye of the ucla ICU.'
The star did not shed any more light on what he was at the medical centre for, but those around him are keeping a tight-lip about the matter.
Speaking out: The 55-year-old star clarified that that he did not actually have a tumor or surgery as he took to his Facebook on Saturday to write: 'I have not had a tumor, or a tumor operations, or any operation'
He added: 'Friends have assisted who know my spiritual convictions and have been most sensitive and kind for the extra effort in making sure there’s minimum gossip and silly talk.
'I am praying for a speedy return to the boards as they say. God bless you all and please don’t worry. Love and deep affection , Val.'
The Batman Forever actor made headlines as according to a Friday report from TMZ, he was 'bleeding from his mouth' and was suffering from a throat tumor.
'Someone called 911 and reported bleeding,' a source told the site..
The star - who worked with Tom Cruise on 1986's Top Gun - was taken to UCLA Medical Center in Santa Monica, it was added.
'Doctors performed surgery and he's currently recovering,' a source also said.
It is not known if the actor was a smoker, but he was seen in 2005 dragging on a cigarette while in London for a photo call for the play The Postman Always Rings Twice.
He has lit up: It is not known if the actor was a smoker, but here he is seen in London in 2005 puffing on one during a photo call for the play The Postman Always Rings Twice
Almost unrecognizable: The Tombstone star looked very trim in December 2014 while Christmas shopping in Malibu at Levi's
When the Kiss Kiss Bang Bang star was in small claims court in October he told a judge he was unable to speak because his tongue was swollen.
He was in court because of a dispute that had to do with his home and renovations made there.
Sources told TMZ that his family is 'upset' because they feel the actor has 'ignored the [tumor] problem and allowed it to get worse.'
The Heat star was seen on January 16 with a scarf around his neck during a Lakers game which he attended with his son Jack.
In December, while at an LA Clippers game, he had a grey sweater tied around his neck.
In August Val looked much thinner when running errands in Malibu. TMZ reported at the time the star had been exercising more with regular walks.
He also looked gaunt in December while Christmas shopping at Levi's.
The year before he had looked much fuller. In 2006 she showed off a 'pot belly' while at the beach.
Kilmer was married to Joanne Whalley from 1988 to 1996. In addition to Jack, he has a daughter Mercedes, 23.
Not in the best health?: In December, while at an LA Clippers game, the 55-year-old star had a grey sweater tied around his neck
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