Singer-actress IU says she is canceling her September concert in Goyang and postponing the release of her sixth full-length album because of a worsening ear disorder. IU attributes the decision to professional medical advice after symptoms of patulous Eustachian tube intensified. She says the condition can cause autophony—hearing one’s own breathing—along with aural fullness. In a message posted on her fan platform Berriz, IU says her chronic symptoms are “getting worse” and that she may have been pushing herself for work over the past few years without fully considering her health. She apologizes to fans for being unable to keep her concert promise. IU also says the album’s promotional activities will involve concerts and tours, which is part of why the release is being deferred. She adds that she will do her best to keep the waiting period as short as possible and plans to return when she is able, with the new album and future performances.