Pope Francis has been diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs, along with asthmatic bronchitis, after his respiratory infection worsened, according to the Vatican.
The 88-year-old pontiff, who was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Friday, is undergoing treatment with cortisone and antibiotics, but his condition remains complex.
Despite the serious diagnosis, Pope Francis is in good spirits, staying active by reading newspapers and working from his hospital room.
Medical experts are concerned about his lack of fever, which might indicate a reduced immune response.
While his hospitalization has led to the cancellation of several events, including the Holy Year Mass for deacons, the Vatican has not given a timeline for his recovery or hospital stay.
POPE FRANCIS FACES PNEUMONIA, BUT STAYS POSITIVE, SAYS VATICAN
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