BTS fans share "Get well soon" messages as Jimin recovers from surgery and gets treatment for COVID-19

BTS fans share "Get well soon" messages as Jimin recovers from surgery and gets treatment for COVID-19

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"Jimin, get well soon," took over Twitter on Monday afternoon (31/1), as BigHit Music revealed BTS member Jimin's health status.

In an announcement on Weverse, the record label revealed that the 'Filter' singer was brought to the hospital emergency room on 30 January due to sudden abdominal pain accompanied by a mild sore throat. In the hospital, Jimin was diagnosed with acute appendicitis, and also tested positive for COVID-19. Following physician advice, the 'Promise' hitmaker underwent surgery on 31 January and is currently undergoing in-patient treatment for COVID-19, as well as post-operation recovery.

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BigHit Music assured fans that their artists' health remains "top priority" and will do everything they can to help facilitate Jimin's quick recovery.

Read the full statement below:

BANDWAGON TV

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 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.

Well-wishes for Jimin poured in all over Twitter, with thousands of fans praying and hoping for Jimin's speedy recovery.