pope francis polymicrobial infection

Pope, Francis and Polymicrobial infections

What is a polymicrobial infection? What to know about Pope Francis' condition

What is a polymicrobial infection? Polymicrobial infections are caused by multiple pathogens, including bacteria, fungi or parasites. These infections can cause both chronic and s

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Pope Francis has bilateral pneumonia and a "polymicrobial respiratory tract infection." Here's what that means.

Vatican authorities said Monday that Pope Francis has a complex infection in his respiratory system and will require more targeted drug treatment. Here's what to know.

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Vatican Provides Thursday Update on Pope Francis' Health

Pope Francis, who is in hospital with pneumonia in both lungs, had a "restful night" and got out of bed to eat breakfast in the morning, the Vatican has said. He was hospitalized on Friday, and on Monday, doctors identified a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection that then developed into pneumonia.

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Pope Francis in hospital: How to reduce the chances of contracting pneumonia and other respiratory infections

In light of Pope Francis’ pneumonia diagnosis, Dr. Leana Wen explains why older adults are especially at risk for serious ...

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Pope Francis 'slightly improving,' Vatican says, in latest positive update

Pope Francisis "slightly improving" and his blood analyses are stable, the Vatican said on Thursday, in the latest sign of ...

Pope Francis stable as he remains hospitalized for 'complex' respiratory infection

The pope, 88, was diagnosed with a polymicrobial infection after he was hospitalized in Rome on Friday for bronchitis.

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Vatican cancels pope's weekend engagements as he battles 'complex' infection

Pope Francis, who is spending his fifth day in hospital, will not take part in this weekend's Holy Year events, the Vatican ...

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Pope Francis' Death: What Happens When POPE Dies? Preparations For Possible Funeral Begin

Pope Francis' Death. As speculation rises about Pope Francis' health, the Vatican has reportedly begun preparations for a ...

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Pope ‘Alert and Responsive’ as He Fights Pneumonia, Meloni Says

Pope Francis is “alert and responsive” as he remains hospitalized with pneumonia, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said after visiting the pontiff.

Doctors change Pope's treatment to tackle 'complex' situation, Vatican says

The 88-year-old pontiff's medical treatment is a "complex clinical situation" according to the Vatican on Monday.

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