“Fans Urge Karina of aespa to Take Time Off After Corneal Abrasion Diagnosis”

On April 3, 2025, Karina, a member of the popular group aespa, brought attention to a health concern during an Instagram live session with fellow member Giselle. The announcement about her corneal abrasion sparked immediate concern among fans, as she indicated that she needed to wear protective contact lenses for an extended period.

During their broadcast, Giselle noted how Karina had been frequently closing one eye at the event, which prompted concern over her well-being. Responding to this, Karina, as translated by user @loveyupage, explained:

“I had corneal abrasion, so I had to use a protective contact lens for a while.”

Karina went on to share further details about her condition, revealing that she was required to wear these protective lenses even while sleeping. Additionally, she mentioned that she had intended to sport an eyepatch during her performance at the Billboard Women in Music event. However, because the eyepatch was excessively large and heart-shaped, she opted instead for normal colored lenses atop her protective ones for the appearance.

News of Karina’s corneal abrasion quickly spread through social media, resonating deeply within the fandom, who expressed their well-wishes for her recovery. One user tweeted:

“Girly go take some time off to recover wtf Take like a month off @aespa_official Why are you ignoring labor laws you mf @SMTOWNGLOBAL.”

Fans echoed similar sentiments, wishing Karina comfort and prompt healing. One heartfelt response stated:

“I wanna pat her head and kiss her eye,”- a fan reacted.

“God bless Rina with health, comfort, and a quick recovery pls,”- a fan shared.

“Karina was probably already struggling with her eye pain for quite some time… she’s always blinking very frequently and during performances, she hides or only touches her eye when the lights are not focused on her or she’s at the back so we just don’t know until Giselle mentions it,”- a fan commented.

Concerns continued to surface, with many fans encouraging Karina to prioritize her health. One post read:

“Noo my Rina: (I hope you’re okayyy, and it’s in her birthday month, stay safe Jiminieee,”- a user reacted.

“It must’ve been really uncomfortable for Karina; no wonder she keeps on blinking like that. I hope you get well soon, bb,”- a user shared.

“Karina said she got corneal abrasion; that’s why she’s wearing protective lenses for a while. My baby, don’t get sick, get well soon,”- a user mentioned.

Background on Karina of aespa

Karina is not only a talented vocalist but also a skillful dancer and rapper, showcasing her versatility in the K-pop industry. She debuted with aespa on November 17, 2020, with the digital single Black Mamba, which was released by SM Entertainment.

Furthermore, Karina is a member of the supergroup GOT the Beat, also affiliated with SM Entertainment. This group debuted with their digital single Step Back on January 3, 2022, and has since produced various tracks, including Stamp On It.

In more recent developments, aespa released their inaugural studio album, Armageddon, on May 27, 2024, marking a significant milestone in their career.

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