(DCWatchdog.com) – Prayers from around the world are pouring in for Pope Francis who faces a dire health situation as he battles with double pneumonia, a condition that could potentially jeopardize his leadership at a critical time for the Catholic Church.
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At 88 years old, his age complicates his recovery, leaving Catholics around the world in a state of concern.
Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital after developing bilateral pneumonia, a condition that deeply affects both lungs.
Medical examinations, including tests and X-rays, have revealed a complex clinical picture.
Despite his grave illness, the Vatican has assured the public that Pope Francis is receiving comprehensive medical care and remains in good spirits, appreciative of the global prayers offered on his behalf, The New York Post reports.
The Pope’s initial struggle with bronchitis led to his current diagnosis, worsening his condition and necessitating immediate hospitalization.
He has been undergoing cortisone antibiotic treatments aimed at combating the bacterial infection.
A follow-up CT scan confirmed the onset of double pneumonia, resulting in a more intensive drug therapy regime.
The duration of Pope Francis’s hospital stay is uncertain.
However, signs of his resilience are evident as he has managed to resume some limited duties, including reaching out to a Catholic parish in Gaza.
Still, the Vatican has canceled other official duties due to his illness and postponed his weekend commitments.
The Holy Father has a history of respiratory issues, which compounds the current diagnosis.
In his youth, part of his lung was removed, and he had experienced a similar hospitalization for pneumonia in 2023.
Despite these challenges, the Pope is determined to continue as many of his papal responsibilities as possible under the circumstances.
This isn’t Pope Francis’s first battle with health complications.
Past health issues have included respiratory problems and surgeries, such as a significant colon operation.
In light of these ongoing struggles, the dedicated team of healthcare professionals at Gemelli hospital is focused on stabilizing his condition and supporting his path to recovery.
Despite being hospitalised with pneumonia, Pope Francis has maintained his nightly phone call since 9th October 2023 in which he phones Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza. pic.twitter.com/MbOmlaI9hZ
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