British Influencer in Critical Condition in Seoul Hospital

A British influencer, Ashley Surcombe, is currently battling for her life in a Seoul hospital after being found unconscious in her apartment. The 29-year-old has experienced a significant setback in her health and is now reliant on a ventilator. She was discovered severely dehydrated on her bathroom floor in March.

Ashley has been traveling between the UK and South Korea for several years, creating travel content for a Korean company. The exact circumstances surrounding her collapse remain unknown.

Her mother, Karen, who resides in Worcestershire, shared that Ashley was initially admitted to the intensive care unit before being moved to a general ward, which provided a sense of relief. However, she was readmitted to the ICU after developing severe pneumonia, leading to a collapsed lung.

Despite the challenges, Ashley's sister, Kat, reported some positive developments in her treatment. Her lung has been re-inflated, and doctors have removed a substantial amount of mucus. Kat expressed that the news of her sister's return to the ICU was both frustrating and heartbreaking. She conveyed her deep longing to be with her sister and her unwavering belief in Ashley's strength.

Karen also mentioned that her husband, Nigel, arrived in Seoul to support their daughter. He is managing despite the language barrier, with the doctors providing clear explanations of Ashley's condition. Ashley received a platelet transfusion due to low white blood cell counts. Medical examinations revealed pneumonia and a small brain bleed. The family is uncertain about the future medical costs as they focus on getting Ashley home. They are awaiting medical clearance for her to fly, which could take at least two weeks.