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Pope Francis Remains in Critical Condition as Hospitalization Enters Second Week

Pope Francis Remains in Critical Condition as Hospitalization Enters Second Week

The Vatican reports Pope Francis, 88, battling pneumonia, is in a serious condition requiring ongoing treatment.
Pope Francis, 88 years old, continues to be in critical condition as he enters his second week of hospitalization for pneumonia affecting both lungs.

The Vatican issued a statement on Saturday evening, cautioning that the pontiff's prognosis remains reserved.

According to the Vatican's announcement, "The state of the Holy Father remains critical and...

the pope is not out of danger.

This morning, Pope Francis experienced a prolonged asthmatic respiratory crisis, which necessitated high-flow oxygen therapy." Additionally, blood tests conducted on Saturday revealed thrombocytopenia, related to anemia, prompting the need for a blood transfusion.

The statement further noted that the pope remains alert and spent the day sitting, although he is experiencing increased discomfort compared to the previous day.

The medical team caring for the pope has indicated that a lengthier statement from the hospital typically signifies deterioration in the patient's condition.

At a press conference on Friday, Dr. Sergio Alfieri, part of the medical team at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, affirmed, "Is the pope out of danger?

No, the pope is not out of danger." He elaborated that a significant risk in such cases is the transmission of germs into the bloodstream, potentially leading to a life-threatening septicemia.

Dr. Alfieri also stated, "It may take days, even weeks, to assess the effectiveness of the therapies being utilized." Pope Francis is expected to remain hospitalized throughout the following week and will not lead the Angelus prayer on Sunday, marking the second consecutive occasion that he has been unable to do so.

Initially admitted on February 14th for bronchitis, the pontiff's condition was later upgraded to pneumonia in both lungs, a severe infection of lung tissue that can be fatal.

This hospitalization is the fourth for the pope since 2021 and has raised concerns about his health following a series of medical issues over recent years, including intestinal surgery and mobility challenges.

Speculations surrounding the pope's health have been exacerbated by the circulation of false information on social media, with claims about his death being disseminated across various platforms, including X. The pope serves as both the spiritual leader of the 1.4 billion Catholics around the world and the head of state for Vatican City, prompting renewed discussions regarding his ability to fulfill his responsibilities, as canon law offers no guidance for situations that might impair his faculties.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican's Secretary of State, commented on the ongoing speculation, declaring in an interview that it is unwarranted.

"Thank God, the news from Gemelli is encouraging, he is recovering," he stated.

Parolin further expressed that it is unnecessary for certain groups to pressure for a resignation, highlighting that previous attempts to instigate such discussions have not succeeded.

Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, a close associate of Pope Francis and head of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, reinforced this sentiment in an interview, saying, "I do not see a pre-conclave atmosphere, nor do I perceive any more discussions about a possible successor than a year ago, which means nothing special.

So far, I sense a lot of respect."

In the meantime, numerous faithful and religious individuals gathered outside the Gemelli Hospital to pray for Pope Francis's recovery, forming a community of hope at the foot of a statue of John Paul II, situated in view of the hospital.

A Brazilian priest, Don Wellison, expressed on behalf of the gathering, "We are praying today for the Holy Father, Pope Francis, and we hope that he will recover in God's grace.

We are priests and religious from around the world here today, turning to the Holy Father with our prayers."
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