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Comedian Jeong Seong-ho recovers after kidney stone surgery, wife describes pain as 'childbirth-level'
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Comedian Jeong Seong-ho recovers after kidney stone surgery, wife describes pain as 'childbirth-level'

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Comedian Jeong Seong-ho underwent surgery for kidney stones and is recovering.
  • His wife, Kyung Myung-geum, shared updates on his condition, describing the pain as comparable to childbirth.
  • Three large stones were found during the surgery, blocking the ureter.

Comedian Jeong Seong-ho is recovering after undergoing surgery for kidney stones. His wife, Kyung Myung-geum, shared updates on his condition via Instagram, revealing the significant pain he experienced.

The stones really drive a person crazy, I'm so angry.

โ€” Kyung Myung-geumDescribing her husband's suffering from kidney stones.

Kyung Myung-geum posted a video of Jeong Seong-ho giving a weak heart sign from his hospital bed, expressing her distress over the severity of his condition. She described the pain caused by the stones as maddening and shared photos of him looking unwell and swollen. She noted that he had been rushed to the hospital multiple times in the early mornings due to unbearable pain, requiring two CT scans.

It hurts so much that he's swollen, how painful and difficult and irritating it must be.

โ€” Kyung Myung-geumExpressing concern for her husband's recovery.

During the surgery, doctors discovered three stones, with one large stone completely blocking the ureter, making the procedure difficult. Kyung Myung-geum recounted that medical staff informed her the pain was comparable to that of childbirth. She expressed concern about the discomfort he endured as a tube was inserted for the surgery, followed by intense pain afterward.

The stones were found to be three during the surgery, and the large one completely blocked the entrance, making it difficult for the hose to enter.

โ€” Kyung Myung-geumDetailing the surgical findings.

Jeong Seong-ho received support from others who have experienced kidney stones. Kyung Myung-geum thanked those who had worried about him, sending back heart emojis and smiles. The couple, married since 2010, has three sons and two daughters. Kyung Myung-geum had previously shared news of Jeong Seong-ho being taken to the emergency room for kidney stones in late May, causing concern among fans.

The teachers all said it hurts as much as childbirth.

โ€” Kyung Myung-geumComparing the pain of the surgery to childbirth.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.