Pope Francis Develops Bilateral Pneumonia but Remains in Good Spirits
The Vatican announced on Tuesday that Pope Francis has developed bilateral pneumonia in both lungs, along with asthmatic bronchitis. The 88-year-old pontiff’s condition is being treated with cortisone antibiotic therapy. Despite the complex nature of his respiratory infection, the pope is said to be in good spirits.
The pope was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital in a “fair” condition on Friday after his bronchitis worsened. Tests revealed he was suffering from a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection, leading to the onset of pneumonia, which required additional drug therapy. Bilateral pneumonia is a serious infection of the lungs’ air sacs and requires various treatments, including oxygen therapy and intravenous fluids. It is unclear whether the pope is currently using supplemental oxygen.
Despite his illness, Pope Francis has been eating breakfast daily, reading newspapers, and working from his hospital room. The Vatican has not provided an estimate for how long he will remain hospitalized but stated that his treatment may require an “adequate” stay.
The pope’s health has been a concern in recent years, with a history of respiratory issues dating back to the removal of part of his right lung as a young man. Pope Francis’ continued positivity and resilience in the face of illness have been noted by the Vatican and his followers worldwide.
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