19.02.2025 14:00
Pope Francis's health is deteriorating. The 88-year-old religious leader, who has been diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs, is reported to have told those close to him, "This time I may not make it." The Pope is receiving treatment at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, where a portion of his lung was removed years ago.
Pope Francis's health condition continues to be a cause for concern. The 88-year-old religious leader, who has pneumonia in both lungs, is reported to have told those close to him, "This time I may not make it."
Receiving treatment at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, the Pope was hospitalized last week due to bronchitis. After doctors warned him, "If you don't come to the hospital, you could die," the Pope accepted treatment, but his condition has worsened.
In a statement from the Vatican, it was noted that the Pope's chest CT scan revealed bilateral pneumonia and that he has started a course of intensive antibiotic treatment. It is known that the Pope, who had part of his lung removed years ago, is particularly sensitive to respiratory diseases.
Italian specialist Dr. Barbara Moscatelli explained that the Pope's current health condition is "difficult to treat and manage."
Due to his health condition, all of the Pope's programs have been canceled, and it has been learned that he is making preparations for the period after him during this time. The Pope, who is unable to deliver his regular Angelus address every Sunday, is said to be very saddened by this.
Vatican officials reported that the Pope's spirits are good and that he is grateful for the prayers offered for him.