K-pop idols are individuals who project a positive image towards the audience and are also known for their high-energy on stage, but behind some of their smiles are underlying medical conditions. Some K-pop idols have also been open about their medical conditions. Their courage to speak about their health issues did not entirely receive backlash but support among fans who lauded them for their courage to speak about health.
These K-pop idols have been open about their medical conditions:
BTS Taehyung
On top of the list is V or Taehyung of BTS. He once revealed to fans that he has a cholinergic allergy that causes him to itch. This mostly happens after exercise or activities that give him a high body temperature. He revealed this by commenting on Weverse, and those who have read it are stunned that being a K-pop idol who engages in physical activities would endure such health conditions.
Krystal and Jessica Jung Sisters
The K-pop sisters Jessica and Krystal were revealed to have anemia, a disease wherein a person has an inadequate amount of red blood cells. Thus the body lacks the proper amount of oxygen. Krystal caught the attention of the many after collapsing several times while performing on stage.
EXID Solji
Solji was diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism in 2016. The thyroid-related ailment accelerates the body's metabolism, which results in massive weight loss and irregular or rapid heartbeat. Fortunately, she went through orbital decompression surgery, which led to her full recovery from the said medical condition.
EXO Lay
The Chinese-born K-pop idol is known to have Hemophilia. This type of medical disease delays the blood-clotting time severely. This means that the Lay can bleed tremendously even from a slight injury. The idol also bleeds longer than the usual person that can be fatal at some point.
Former MBLAQ member Lee Joon
One of the bravest K-pop idols who revealed their medical condition is the former member of MBLAQ, Lee Joon. In one of the interviews, he sat down with; he opened about suffering from insomnia that he only slept about 40 minutes in an entire day. "I have a severe bipolar disorder," he revealed. He became a hot topic after dozing off while on MNET's show. He also said that he's trying his best to get by and said he is getting used to having such a lifestyle.
The KPOP scene is known to be a harsh platform for performers. Antis will pursue hate if they need to, and these bring hesitation to artists to speak about their real conditions. However, these K-pop idols who have been open about their medical conditions were always supported by the public.
