The Vatican said Francis’ respiratory infection also involves asthmatic bronchitis, which requires the use of cortisone antibiotic treatment. The post The pope has pneumonia in both lungs but remains in good spirits, the Vatican says appeared first on Boston.com.
Pope Francis has been diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia and asthmatic bronchitis, requiring cortisone antibiotic treatment. Despite his complex condition, he remains in good spirits and has expressed gratitude for prayers. A follow-up CT scan confirmed the bilateral pneumonia, necessitating additional drug therapy. The Vatican has not provided details on his treatment response beyond noting no fever, nor the duration of his hospitalization, which is expected to be prolonged. His hospitalization has led to the cancellation of certain Vatican Holy Year events, including his audience, with others presiding in his stead. This hospitalization is longer than his 2023 pneumonia stay, and doctors have ordered absolute rest.
