I MAY NOT SURVIVE THIS – POPE FRANCIS TELLS AIDES

I MAY NOT SURVIVE THIS – POPE FRANCIS TELLS AIDES

Pope Francis has reportedly told confidants that he may not be able to survive a case of pneumonia.

The pontiff has been hospitalised since last week after doctors reportedly told him he was at risk of dying if he stayed at the Vatican.

The Pope was rushed to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Friday with significant chest pain. Prior to that, he had resisted calls to leave the Vatican for days.

Doctors at the hospital diagnosed him with a ‘complex’ respiratory infection and barred him from taking part in several engagements.

The Vatican confirmed on Tuesday that ”Laboratory tests, chest X-ray, and the Holy Father’s clinical condition continue to present a complex picture.”

According to the statement, the infection is of particular concern because the Pope had part of his lung removed many years ago.

According to a report by Politico, Francis told two people close to him that he ‘might not make it this time’.

The report claimed that the Pope had in recent weeks moved to ‘tie up loose ends’ and ensure the continuation of his legacy at a politically sensitive time for the Catholic Church.