Making Fans Sad and Worried, These K-Pop Idols Have Serious Illnesses

Kapanlagi.com - This article was written by: Alvionita Aqila

Becoming a K-Pop idol is certainly not an easy thing, because there are many things that must be done before finally being able to debut. Moreover, being a K-Pop idol must undergo a well-known difficult trainee period.

To live in the Korean entertainment industry, one must have strong mental and physical health because it is the main capital for idols. They are required to appear cheerful and enthusiastic in front of the camera and fans, making them seem like they have no problems.

But who would have thought, there are some idols who suffer from illnesses and have to struggle harder in their work as idols. Who are these K-Pop idols? Check them out below.

1. Baekhyun - EXO

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One of the members of the boy group EXO, Baekhyun was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. This disease was only revealed when he underwent a series of tests before mandatory military service, which surprised his fans. Apparently, he has been suffering from this disease since high school.

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland lacks hormones. The thyroid gland is located in the neck and functions to produce thyroid hormones that regulate the body's metabolism.

2. V - BTS

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Taehyung, also known as V, is one of the members of the boy group BTS. He has revealed to fans that he has cholinergic allergy.

Behind his captivating charm, he suffers from an allergy that can cause red bumps and itching when the body experiences an increase in temperature. For example, after exercising, sweating, getting hot, or having a fever.

3. Yeji - ITZY

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Through her recent V-Live broadcast, Yeji talked about her health condition. She revealed that she has atopy, a genetic condition that can cause severe allergies.

She has also experienced flu that later turned into pneumonia, osteomyelitis infection, and sepsis. She also mentioned that her condition could have been fatal if the doctors didn't handle it properly to treat the symptoms.

4. Wonwoo - Seventeen

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Jeon Wonwoo is a rapper from the South Korean boy group Seventeen. He was diagnosed with acute gastritis, which is an inflammation of the stomach lining, in 2016.

Wonwoo even had to take a break from activities and rest during album promotions to recover his health. This news certainly saddened and worried his fans.

5. Lay - EXO

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Lay is known to suffer from the disease hemophilia which makes his blood difficult to clot. Hemophilia is a condition where the amount of blood clotting protein in the body is insufficient, so when injured, he often experiences longer bleeding than others.

Hemophilia is a rare disease that occurs in about 1 in 34,000 male births. Therefore, Lay should not be close to sharp objects, as it can be dangerous if Lay experiences bleeding.

(kpl/mag)