In the past year, The Apothecary Diaries has emerged as a significant presence in the entertainment world. Originating as a light novel years ago, this historical drama successfully transitioned to the screen, grabbing audiences with its first season.
Now, with the season finale behind us, all eyes are on the manga adaptation as it continues its story.
However, amidst the anticipation for the manga’s next chapter, fans received unexpected news from the artist behind The Apothecary Diaries.
Nekokurage, also known as Erika Ikeda, took to social media to share a personal revelation about her health. She disclosed that she had been diagnosed with a brain aneurysm.
“I’ve been experiencing severe headaches for a while now, and they’ve worsened recently, prompting me to seek medical attention. During the examination, doctors discovered a brain aneurysm,” she revealed.
“While there’s currently no immediate threat, I’m under observation, hoping for no complications or growth.”
長らく頭痛に悩まされてきて最近特にひどかったので、先日病院で検査をしたところ脳動脈瘤が見つかり💦
でもすぐに危険な状態とかではなさそうなので大丈夫です！破裂や大きくなることがないよう祈りながら経過観察— ねこクラゲ✽薬屋⑬発売 (@nekokurage_) March 26, 2024
The news sparked an outpouring of support and well-wishes from fans, acknowledging the seriousness of any health scare, especially involving the brain. Fortunately, Nekokurage’s condition was identified before it posed imminent danger.
As of now, it remains uncertain whether The Apothecary Diaries manga will go on hiatus in light of this development. However, it appears that scheduled publication will proceed as planned, with the primary concern being Nekokurage’s well-being.
For those who have yet to find The Apothecary Diaries, the first season is available for streaming on Crunchyroll. For more insight into the series, here’s an official synopsis:
“Maomao, a skilled herbalist, finds herself reluctantly serving as a servant in the imperial palace. Despite her desire for freedom, she catches the attention of Jinshi, a charming eunuch, and is promoted to the position of food taster. However, Jinshi has ulterior motives for Maomao, leading her back into the world of potions and mysteries.”
As fans await further updates on both the manga and Nekokurage’s health, the community remains united in their support for the artist’s well-being.
