K-drama Stars Who Suffered From Medical Conditions: Kim Woo Bin, Lee Joon, More

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Shin Dong Wook
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Kim Jung Hyun

Life is full of unexpected events, and it's the same for many popular Korean stars.

Though they live a lavish life, riches don't guarantee a healthy one. Here are some of the popular celebrities who suffered from unexpected health conditions.

Kim Woo Bin

In 2017, Kim Woo Bin was diagnosed with Nasopharyngeal cancer. He had to halt his on-going activities to begin his treatment.

K-drama Stars Who Suffered From Medical Conditions: Kim Woo Bin, Lee Joon, More
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Because of this, he went on a hiatus for a couple of years. Thankfully, he successfully won against cancer. 

K-drama Stars Who Suffered From Medical Conditions: Kim Woo Bin, Lee Joon, More
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Currently, he stars in the star-studded tvN melodrama "Our Blues" with real life girlfriend Shin Min Ah.

Shin Dong Wook

Shin Dong Wook suffered from complex regional pain syndrome when he was fulfilling his military service, which was the reason for him to get discharged early.

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Shin Dong Wook

For six long years, he took a break from the spotlight. After his long-time rest, he revealed that his illness was under control.

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Shin Dong Wook

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At the moment, he portrays the role of a loving boyfriend to Im Soo Hyang in "Woori The Virgin," the romance Korean remake of the American television series "Jane The Virgin."

Moon Geun Young

Because of her acute compartment syndrome, Moon Geun Young had to go through several surgeries.

K-drama Stars Who Suffered From Medical Conditions: Kim Woo Bin, Lee Joon, More
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Moon Geun Young

She postponed most of her activities in order to recover. In addition to that, she also had to get more surgeries over time.

K-drama Stars Who Suffered From Medical Conditions: Kim Woo Bin, Lee Joon, More
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Moon Geun Young

Fortunately, her body pulled through and the actress made a successful comeback with "Catch the Ghost."

Lee Joon

Lee Joon suffered from extreme anxiety and panic disorders, which severely affected his military service.

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Lee Joon for Bloody Heart Press Conference

Instead of serving as an active duty soldier, he was transferred to public service. Luckily, his career wasn't impacted, and has been doing a great job from the get-go.

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He decorates the small screen with love and romance through the historical drama "Bloody Heart" with Kang Han Na.

Kim Jung Hyun

Because of his anxiety, sleeping disorders and depression, Kim Jung Hyun had to leave the production unit of "Time" in the middle of post production.

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Kim Jung Hyun

He apologized to the team for the inconvenience and focused on his health. Later on, he returned healthier and with confidence through the international hit series "Crash Landing on You."

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Written by Elijah Mully.

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