Pope Francis Diagnosed with Bilateral Pneumonia, Continues to Work from Hospital
The pontiff's condition requires further medical treatment, but he remains in good spirits.
Pope Francis has been diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia and has been hospitalized since Friday due to respiratory issues.
According to a statement from the Vatican, the pontiff is reported to be in good spirits and returned to work on Monday, engaging in reading and other activities.
Laboratory tests and imaging studies revealed a complex health situation.
A CT scan conducted on Tuesday afternoon indicated the onset of bilateral pneumonia, necessitating additional medical treatment.
The pope expressed gratitude to those who are keeping him in their thoughts and requested continued prayers for his recovery, as reported by Sky News.
The Vatican spokesperson announced that the pope's health would prevent him from holding the Saturday jubilee audience, and he entrusted a high-ranking cleric with the Sunday mass scheduled for 9 a.m.
Previously, in February, Pope Francis was hospitalized after suffering from persistent illness for several days.
He had indicated that this health issue would hinder his ability to deliver catecheses, homilies, and speeches, even having to pause reading during a mass last Sunday due to difficulty breathing.
The Vatican also confirmed that Pope Francis would remain hospitalized for as long as necessary.
The Gemelli Hospital in Rome is the largest medical facility in the city and has a dedicated section for the pope's treatment.
This year, the pontiff underwent hernia surgery there, and it has been a site for multiple medical interventions for previous popes, including Saint John Paul II during his long papacy.
In light of the pope's health challenges, many gathered on Saturday at the statue of the late pontiff outside the hospital to pray for Pope Francis.
Concerns about the pope's health have grown, as he has needed medical assistance several times over the past two years.
According to a statement from the Vatican, the pontiff is reported to be in good spirits and returned to work on Monday, engaging in reading and other activities.
Laboratory tests and imaging studies revealed a complex health situation.
A CT scan conducted on Tuesday afternoon indicated the onset of bilateral pneumonia, necessitating additional medical treatment.
The pope expressed gratitude to those who are keeping him in their thoughts and requested continued prayers for his recovery, as reported by Sky News.
The Vatican spokesperson announced that the pope's health would prevent him from holding the Saturday jubilee audience, and he entrusted a high-ranking cleric with the Sunday mass scheduled for 9 a.m.
Previously, in February, Pope Francis was hospitalized after suffering from persistent illness for several days.
He had indicated that this health issue would hinder his ability to deliver catecheses, homilies, and speeches, even having to pause reading during a mass last Sunday due to difficulty breathing.
The Vatican also confirmed that Pope Francis would remain hospitalized for as long as necessary.
The Gemelli Hospital in Rome is the largest medical facility in the city and has a dedicated section for the pope's treatment.
This year, the pontiff underwent hernia surgery there, and it has been a site for multiple medical interventions for previous popes, including Saint John Paul II during his long papacy.
In light of the pope's health challenges, many gathered on Saturday at the statue of the late pontiff outside the hospital to pray for Pope Francis.
Concerns about the pope's health have grown, as he has needed medical assistance several times over the past two years.
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