It has been reported that B1A4‘s maknae, Gongchan, iscurrently recovering after receiving a kidney removal surgery on the morning ofJuly 23rd.
According to Gongchan’s doctor, “Gongchan was diagnosed withcongenital narrowing of his ureter, leading one side of his kidney to notfunction at all. Therefore, we decidedon a surgery to remove one of his kidneys.”
The group’s agency, WM Entertainment, stated:
“During promotions for ‘Sleep Well, Good Night’, Gongchanhad complained of pains in his side. After receiving a complete medical checkupat the hospital, it was revealed that his kidney was not functioning well.However, Gongchan had a strong desire to continue with promotions and receivesurgery after the group’s activities, so we decided to delay his surgery.Whenever Gongchan experienced pain, he’d receive painkillers and continue withpromotions. He always had a bright smile while thinking of his fellow membersand his fans, making his medical condition unaware to the public. Gongchan hadpersonally asked to keep the news of his surgery quiet because he did not wantto cause unnecessary concern for his fans.”
Gongchan is currently recovering after a successful surgeryand will be hospitalized for a week. The idol will be able to return to hisdaily activities after being discharged from the hospital, but will need toavoid promotional activities for the time being.
Meanwhile, B1A4 concluded their album promotions and are nowbusy with their individual activities. The group will also be showing off adifferent image through KBS‘s ‘Hello Baby‘, airing on July 25th.
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