- Pope Francis, 88, was still hospitalized with pneumonia in both lungs and new symptoms showing his kidney failed to work
- According to media reports, the pope receives oxygen and missed running the Angelus prayer for the third time in his papal
- His doctors have warned of the risk because of the pope's history of respiratory diseases
Pope Francis is still in critical condition while fighting pneumonia in both lungs, the Vatican confirmed on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
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Pope Francis' Health Information according to CNN
Recent blood tests show less signs of kidney failure but the Vatican ensures that the condition is currently under control.
This health threat comes after the 88 -year -old Catholic leader was hospitalized more than a week ago at Gemelli Hospital, Rome, after suffering from respiratory problems.
Although he has not experienced further problems since Saturday, medical experts warn that his condition is still anxious.
Health Statement from the Vatican about Pope Francis
In a statement released on Sunday, the Vatican issued updates on the health of the Pope:
Blood tests indicate kidney failure to a small extent, but the condition is still controlled.
The pope receives oxygen and is closely monitored for the functioning of the respiratory system.
Despite his weak condition, Pope Francis still has a good understanding and is careful.
The complexity of his condition requires close supervision, and doctors have not yet provided a formal prediction of his health development.
On Sunday morning, Pope Francis participated in a holy mass from his hospital room on the 10th floor at Gemelli Hospital, with health care workers.
Pope Francis misses the Angelus Prayer
Earlier reports showed that the pope had received oxygen treatment of high flow after suffering from respiratory problems.
Although his condition seemed to improve at first, doctors later discovered that he had pneumonia in both lungs, which led to hospitalization for a long time.
According to the Times of India, for the third time in his 12 papal years, Pope Francis missed the Angelus weekly prayer on Sunday, February 23. Instead, his speech was written and delivered to the media, where he expressed his gratitude Doctors, nurses, and health care workers.
This is the longest time that Pope Francis has been hospitalized since he came to power, and by Monday, this will be his long -term admission since he started leading the Catholic Church.
Did Pope Francis have health problems before?
Pope Francis has a long history of health problems, especially of the respiratory system, which makes him more vulnerable to infection:
As a teenager, he suffered severe pneumonia, which led to the removal of one of his lungs.
In 2021, he underwent surgery to remove part of his gastrointestinal tract due to diverticulitis, a condition that causes inflammation and infections in the intestine.
In 2023, he was hospitalized because of bronchitis.
In recent months, he had two accidents, suffering from a chin and his hand, a condition that had to wear a sling.
Due to its weak condition and a history of frequent illness, doctors are taking great precautions in its current treatment.
Why was the funeral preparations for Pope Francis held?
As previously reported, Vatican officials began practicing the pope's funeral procedures following concerns about his health.
The pope allegedly told his two close assistants that he was skeptical about his recovery.
Although these preparations may seem scary, practicing the pope's funeral is a common procedure in the Vatican, to ensure that there is preparation for any event that may occur.
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