BTS member Jimin undergoes acute appendicitis surgery and also tested positive for COVID-19. The symptoms are mild, including sore throat. Other BTS members RM, Jin and Suga also have tested positive Corona virus.
BTS’ agency BIGHIT Music recently shared an update on Jimin’s health on Weverse and informed about his surgery and recovery. The statement read, “We would like to provide you with the following information regarding the current health status of BTS member Jimin.
Jimin experienced sudden abdominal pain along with a mild sore throat on January 30 in the afternoon. He visited a hospital emergency room for a thorough examination, and also took a PCR test. Jimin was diagnosed with acute appendicitis and was tested positive for Covid-19. He underwent surgery following physician advice early morning on Monday, January 31.
According to the medical staff, the surgery was successful and Jimin is currently recuperating after his procedure. He will be receiving a few days of in-patient treatment for Covid-19 in conjunction with postoperative care. He is currently experiencing a mild sore throat but is making a speedy recovery, and had no contact with the other members during the infectious stage.
The company places the artists’ health as our top priority, and we will do everything we can to aid Jimin in his speedy recovery. We will also diligently cooperate with the requests and guidelines of the health care authorities (sic).”
Earlier, BTS members RM, Jin and Suga had tested positive for novel virus corona and then recovered. Currently BTS members are taking an extended period of rest post their concerts in Los Angeles, US.
As soon as the news broke, fans all over the world showed their concern for the singer and wished for his speedy recovery.
