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Carats, especially avid supporters of K-pop boy band SEVENTEEN's main vocalist Seungkwan, are feeling loved and appreciated as of the moment as Seungkwan gives an update on his health condition.

Last July, PLEDIS Entertainment, SEVENTEEN's agency, announced that Seungkwan would be taking a temporary break due to health concerns. In the statement, they said, “Seungkwan recently visited the hospital due to feeling unwell, and the medical staff advised him to take the necessary time to rest and recover.”

“The artist himself is determined to continue his scheduled activities, however, the agency felt that it would be better for him to focus on recovering his health for the time being as recommended by the medical staff.”

Carats understood the situation and were quick to express their support for Seungkwan. Admittedly, they missed the K-pop artist especially during SEVENTEEN's “FOLLOW” concert in Seoul.

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On August 16, Seungkwan posted a heartfelt letter to his Carats on Weverse asking them how they've been and sharing how he was as well. Seungkwan said, “How are you doing Carats? It's been a while. There are so many things I want to say but first of all, I've missed you so much! You were also probably curious how I've been doing, right?

“I've been resting and recovering well. It feels like I've experienced true rest for the first time. Of course, there were times when I went on vacation/break for a few days but this is the first time in my life I've taken a break completely for myself, completely thinking of myself in order to recharge,” he further explains.

Seungkwan also admitted, “Of course, it wasn't easy at first, taking a break. I was hesitant that my concern about the members having to fill my spot would be a burden for them too. I was also so grateful and sorry towards Carats who protected me while waiting for me, that's just my personality..”

“But thanks to your support, I'm really getting so much better. I feel like it won't be long until I can meet you all. I was just going to leave a small message and post photos saying I'm doing well but as I'm actually writing that didn't happen. I'll leave it up to here for today and tell you a lot more later.”

By the end, Seungkwan reassured Carats, “I'll come back to cheerfully greet everyone again! Thank you Carats, sleep well. P.S. I'm eating well, sleeping well, bloating well and debloating well. Don't worry.”

Other SEVENTEEN members showed their support for Seungkwan by replying to his letter and giving him words of encouragement.

Regardless you come back as your old self or become an entirely different person, we are with you Kwannie, always. We will patiently wait for your return!