Pope Francis To Undergo Abdominal Hernia Surgery

Pope Francis is scheduled to undergo surgery for a painful abdominal hernia.

Reports on Wednesday claim this operation has revived concerns about his increasingly fragile health.

The Pope was admitted to the Gemelli hospital in Rome, where he is expected to remain for several days.

Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni stated that the hernia is causing recurrent and worsening symptoms, leading to the decision for surgical intervention.

Over the past year, Pope Francis has faced a series of health issues that have required medical attention.

In July 2021, he underwent surgery for diverticulitis at the Gemelli Hospital. Although he was discharged after ten days, the condition returned later.

Additionally, in March, he was hospitalized for a respiratory infection that was successfully treated with antibiotics.

The pope's health struggles have always sparked concern and speculation regarding his future, especially given the precedent set by his predecessor, Benedict XVI, who resigned in 2013 due to failing health.