Pope Francis Hospitalized with Polymicrobial Respiratory Infection
Pope Francis, 88, is hospitalized for a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection, raising concerns given his history of health issues.
The Vatican's disclosure that the infection is in his respiratory tract means the bacteria is in his lungs.
Pope in hospital with "complex" condition: What to know about polymicrobial infection
Axios·1M·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.Yet despite his health troubles, Francis remains an active pontiff.
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For someone with the pope’s medical history — he lost part of his right lung decades ago and has previously had pneumonia — it’s worrying that he’s been hospitalized.
Vatican says the pope has a "polymicrobial respiratory tract infection." What is that?
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Vatican says the pope has a 'polymicrobial respiratory tract infection.' What is that?
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This is at least the fourth time Francis has been hospitalized since he was elected in 2013.
Pope Francis' hospital stay is extended due to 'polymicrobial infection'
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The Argentinian pope is a known workaholic despite his increasingly precarious health.
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The pope, who has suffered ill-health in recent years, was also admitted to hospital in March 2023 with acute bronchitis.
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The Argentine pope, who had part of one lung removed after a pulmonary infection as a young man, is a known workaholic who keeps up a grueling pace despite his increasingly precarious health.
Pope Francis’ respiratory infection gives ‘complex clinical picture’ as worries grow over his health
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The pope, who had part of one lung removed after a pulmonary infection as a young man, has suffered from influenza and related health issues repeatedly over the past two years.
Pope Francis to remain hospitalized for 'complex' respiratory infection, Vatican says
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This is the Pope Francis' fourth hospitalization since his 2013 election, putting his increasingly precarious health in sharp focus.
Pope Francis to remain hospitalized as respiratory infection presents "complex clinical picture"
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Pope Francis’ respiratory tract infection is presenting a “complex clinical picture” that will require further hospitalization, the Vatican said Monday as concerns grew about the increasingly frail health of the 88-year-old pontiff.
Pope to remain hospitalized as doctors treat a complex respiratory tract infection, Vatican says
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The pontiff's weekly general audience, which is usually held each Wednesday, has been cancelled for this week, the statement added.
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Polymicrobial infections are acute and chronic diseases that can be caused by a combination of viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites, according to the US National Insititutes of Health.
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Summary
Pope Francis, 88, has been hospitalized for bronchitis and diagnosed with a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection, which requires an adjusted treatment plan. Vatican officials noted that this condition involves multiple organisms, complicating treatment, especially for older patients like Francis who also has a history of respiratory problems. Despite the concerns, the Vatican reports that his health remains stable, and he is in good spirits, having engaged in work and received the Eucharist. However, he has canceled his scheduled public appearances, including his weekly audience, amidst ongoing worries over his health condition.
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