MANILA, Philippines — Jimin, a member of the Korean boy band BTS, had surgery for . According to BIGHIT MUSIC on Monday, he also tested positive for COVID-19.

On Sunday afternoon, Jimin experienced unexpected abdominal pain and a mild sore throat, according to a message released on WeVerse.

“He went to the emergency room at a hospital for a comprehensive checkup and a PCR test. The statement added, “Jimin was diagnosed with acute appendicitis and tested positive for COVID-19.”

“On Monday, January 31, he underwent surgery early in the morning on physician advise,” the statement continued.

Jimin’s medical team reportedly indicated that the surgery went well and that the musician is healing well.

“In addition to post-operative care, he will have a few days of in-patient COVID-19 treatment.” He is currently suffering from a minor sore throat, but he is recovering quickly.”

BIGHIT MUSIC also stated that Jimin had no contact with the rest of the BTS members “during the contagious period,” and that the firm will work closely with healthcare officials to keep Jimin and their other artists safe and well.

Jimin was one of the most trending topics on Philippine Twitter on Monday night, with over 28,000 tweets from admirers wishing him well.