BTS's Jimin undergoes appendicitis surgery, tests Covid-19 positive

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K-pop group BTS's member Jimin underwent appendicitis surgery on Monday, their agency Big Hit Music has announced. In a statement posted on Weverse, the agency also informed that Jimin tested positive for Covid-19. They added that Jimin had no contact with any of the members recently and though he is experiencing a mild sore throat, he is making a speedy recovery.

The statement 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. 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. Thank you," the statement added.

Last December, BTS members Namjoon, Jin and Suga had also tested positive for Covid-19.