Key, a member of SHINee, acknowledged allegations that he received treatment from a person known as a so-called "injection aunt" and decided to step down from all programs he is appearing on.
Key's agency SM Entertainment said on the 17th, "Key, on a recommendation from an acquaintance, visited a hospital located in Gangnam District where a person surnamed Lee works and first came to know him as a doctor," adding, "He has since received treatment at that hospital, and when it was difficult to visit recently, he received treatment at home a few times."
The agency added, "He knew the person surnamed Lee as a doctor, and in a situation where Lee made no particular mention otherwise, he did not think receiving treatment at home would be a problem," and "Key only recently became aware through the controversy over Lee's medical license that Lee is not a doctor, and he is very confused and deeply reflecting on his own ignorance."
The agency said, "Recognizing the seriousness of this matter, Key has decided to step down from his currently scheduled activities and programs he is appearing on," adding, "Once again, we sincerely apologize to all, including fans, for causing concern."
The allegations began amid controversy that Park Na-rae received illegal medical treatment from "injection aunt" A. After a photo of Key's pet dog was found posted on A's social media, suspicions were raised that Key was also connected to the person.