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    Pope Francis remains hospitalized with pneumonia in both lungs
    The Pope is 88 years old

    Pope Francis remains hospitalized with pneumonia in both lungs

    By Snehil Singh
    Feb 19, 2025
    12:02 pm

    What's the story

    Pope Francis, 88, remains admitted at Rome's Policlinico Agostino Gemelli hospital after a respiratory tract infection was revealed to be pneumonia in both lungs.

    The Vatican confirmed that a follow-up CT scan showed bilateral pneumonia, requiring further medication for the pontiff.

    His condition was described as a "complex clinical picture" requiring a longer hospital stay.

    Health issues

    Pope Francis's health complications detailed

    The pope is fighting a polymicrobial infection of the respiratory tract, which has developed along with bronchiectasis and asthmatic bronchitis. The condition requires treatment with corticosteroids and antibiotics, complicating his medical care further.

    Despite the challenges, the Vatican reports that Pope Francis remains "in good spirits."

    His hospitalization has resulted in the cancelation of several public appearances, including his weekly Wednesday audience.

    Past surgeries

    Pope Francis's health history and current activities

    Pope Francis has had several health problems in the past. He had surgery for diverticulitis in 2021 and again in 2023 for a hernia repair.

    He also uses a wheelchair due to knee pain and has suffered falls that left him bruised.

    In his autobiography released last month, Pope Francis played down his health concerns, saying, "The reality is, quite simply, that I am old."

    Resignation consideration

    Pope Francis contemplates resignation amidst health concerns

    As his health worsens, he is rushing to tie up loose ends ahead of the battle to succeed him, sources revealed to Politico.

    He recently made history by appointing Sister Raffaella Petrini as the first female Governor of Vatican.

    He also extended the term of ally Italian cardinal Giovanni Battista Re as the dean of the College of Cardinals.

    These moves are seen as signs that his successor may continue his reformist approach.

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