Pope Francis: State of health remains fragile - worry grows!

Pope Francis: State of health remains fragile - worry grows!

Gemelli-Klinik, Rom, Italien - Pope Francis' health remains critical and worrying. The 88-year-old, who has been treated in the hospital since February 14, suffers from a severe, bilateral pneumonia. After several episodes of acute shortness of breath, which last occurred on Monday, the Pope is supplied with additional oxygen during the day and was temporarily dependent on mechanical ventilation last week, as the information from the Vatican confirms. Despite these setbacks, his condition has stabilized and he continues to receive physiotherapy support. As the Kleine Zeitung , the Pope spent a quiet night and has followed the fasting extensions of the Roman Curia by video circuit.

concern and prayers

The last few weeks were characterized by great challenge for the head of the church. Doctors had already stated that the condition of Pope Francis is considered "fragile" and the possibility of further complications is not excluded. On Tuesday there was positive news when he was awake and cooperative again after going through bronchoscopy to remove secretions from the bronchi. These procedures have become necessary to support its breathing, as the ZDF reported. In addition, the Pope stayed in his hospital room to rest and pray.

The faithful show great concern and gather in front of the Gemelli Clinic in Rome every day to pray for his recovery. On St. Peter's Square in Rome, a prayer for the Pope is held every evening, led by high -ranking church men, while he has recently been represented by other church representatives at various events. The hope of an early improvement remains, although the Vatican holds back with forecasts in terms of the course of the disease.