Amy Winehouse is on the verge of checking into rehab, a close friend said today.

The 23-year-old singer is “seriously considering” the move after emergency treatment in a London hospital for a suspected overdose.

Despite growing concern at her wild partying, the star had always said she would not seek professional help.

But a friend revealed she’s “very close” to changing her mind, adding: “Amy got a massive fright when she was hospitalised and is finally coming round to everybody’s pleadings with her to go to rehab.

“She now realises she may need help as her lifestyle finally take its toll. She’s currently discussing the best plan of action with close friends and family.”

Amy is resting at an undisclosed location after being released from University College London Hospital.

A spokesman for Island Records said she was suffering “severe exhaustion” but reports suggested she had her stomach pumped yesterday after she collapsed.

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