Vatican statement says pontiff, 88, is being treated for a polymicrobial infection of the respiratory tract

Summary

Pope Francis, 88, remains hospitalized in Rome due to a worsening respiratory infection, described by the Vatican as a “complex clinical picture.”

Admitted on Friday with bronchitis, he was diagnosed with a polymicrobial respiratory infection, requiring changes to his treatment.

The pope has struggled with health issues in recent years, including past hospitalizations for bronchitis and surgery.

  • AnUnusualRelic@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    11 days ago

    until “Peter the Roman” ends it all by destroying Rome

    Maybe he’ll meet an antipope and they’ll both suddenly be annihilated in a huge explosion?