Pope Francis is now being treated for a “complex clinical situation” and will remain in hospital for as long as necessary, the Vatican has said. The 88-year-old was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Friday to undergo treatment and tests for bronchitis. In an update on Monday, the Vatican said the pontiff has a “polymicrobial infection” of his respiratory tract, which has required a change in his treatment. Before his admission last week, the Pope had bronchitis symptoms for several days and had delegated officials to read prepared speeches at events. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni told reporters on Monday that the pontiff was in good spirits. A short statement on his condition said: “All tests carried out to date are indicative of a complex clinical picture that will require appropriate hospitalisation.” The pontiff’s weekly general audience, which is usually held each Wednesday, has been cancelled for this week, the statement added.A further update on the Pope’s condition…
Source: Linda Ikeji
