The Vatican has stated that Pope Francis' health is a 'complex clinical situation'.

The Vatican has stated that Pope Francis is currently being treated for a 'complex clinical situation' and will stay in the hospital for as long as it is necessary.

 

On Friday, the 88-year-old was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital for treatment and testing of bronchitis.

 

The Vatican reported on Monday that the pontiff has a 'polymicrobial infection' in his respiratory tract, which has necessitated a change in his treatment.

 

The Pope had bronchitis symptoms for several days before his admission last week and assigned officials to read prepared speeches during events.

 

According to Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni, the pontiff is in good spirits.

 

In a short statement on his condition, it was stated that all tests done so far show a complex clinical picture that will necessitate hospitalization.

 

According to the statement, the pontiff's weekly general audience, which is typically held on Wednesdays, has been canceled for this week.


According to Mr Bruni, there will be a further update on the Pope's condition released later on Monday.

 

The Vatican reported that the Pope was stable over the weekend and was instructed to take complete rest to help him recover.


On Sunday, the Pope was unable to perform his weekly prayer in St. Peter's Square or lead a unique mass for artists to commemorate the Jubilee Year of the Catholic Church.


Due to his illness, the Pope asked a priest to read a portion of his speech last Wednesday.


In an effort to rest and recuperate, he held meetings at his Vatican residency last week.

 

He had been at that hospital three nights before for bronchitis treatment in March 2023.

 

In December of the same year, he was forced to cancel his trip to the United Arab Emirates for the COP28 climate summit due to another bout of illness.

Throughout his life, he has been afflicted with various health problems, including the removal of part of one of his lungs at the age of 21.