BTS singer Jimin underwent surgery for acute appendicitis on Monday, as per a statement shared by his agency Big Hit. He has also tested positive for coronavirus.
The official statement from Big Hit Music read, “Hello. This is BigHit Music. 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,” it continued.
Big Hit Music reiterated that their stars’ health is its “top priority” and that the organization will do everything it can to support Jimin in his recovery. After the news broke, several members of the BTS ARMY took to social media to send messages of love and support.
The news comes about a month after Big Hit Music shared that Suga, RM and Jin tested positive for COVID-19 after returning to South Korea from the United States. It was revealed earlier this month that all three of the musicians have fully recovered.
