Pope Francis remains in critical condition as he battles pneumonia and kidney issues, prompting an urgent plea for prayers from the pontiff himself.
Pope Francis in Critical Condition, Admitted for Kidney Issues and Pneumonia
Pope Francis in Critical Condition, Admitted for Kidney Issues and Pneumonia
The Vatican reports on Pope Francis's ongoing health challenges amid calls for global prayers.
The Vatican announced on Sunday that Pope Francis's health remains critical, yet stable, despite reports of kidney problems and pneumonia. The papal statement revealed that he is currently receiving high-flow oxygen therapy and blood transfusions while undergoing treatment for mild renal insufficiency, which is reportedly under control at the moment.
Pope Francis had been hospitalized since February 14 at Rome's Gemelli Hospital due to breathing difficulties that led to a pneumonia diagnosis affecting both lungs. Although the Pope continues to exhibit alertness and orientation, the Vatican refrained from providing any prognosis due to the complexities associated with his condition.
In light of these events, the Pope urged Catholics around the world to pray for his recovery. This plea came after he was unable to deliver the traditional Angelus prayer in person for the second consecutive week. The pontiff has a history of respiratory issues, having suffered from pleurisy in his youth and undergoing partial lung removal. This ongoing health crisis follows multiple prior hospitalizations, including bronchitis treatment in March 2023.
With Pope Francis being the first Latin American and Jesuit leader of the Catholic Church, his situation continues to evoke deep concern within the global Catholic community and beyond.
Pope Francis had been hospitalized since February 14 at Rome's Gemelli Hospital due to breathing difficulties that led to a pneumonia diagnosis affecting both lungs. Although the Pope continues to exhibit alertness and orientation, the Vatican refrained from providing any prognosis due to the complexities associated with his condition.
In light of these events, the Pope urged Catholics around the world to pray for his recovery. This plea came after he was unable to deliver the traditional Angelus prayer in person for the second consecutive week. The pontiff has a history of respiratory issues, having suffered from pleurisy in his youth and undergoing partial lung removal. This ongoing health crisis follows multiple prior hospitalizations, including bronchitis treatment in March 2023.
With Pope Francis being the first Latin American and Jesuit leader of the Catholic Church, his situation continues to evoke deep concern within the global Catholic community and beyond.
