LONDON (AP) — Vatican authorities said Monday that Pope Francis has a complex infection in his respiratory system and will require more targeted drug treatment. Officials said the 88-year-old pope is suffering from a “polymicrobial respiratory tract infection,” but gave no further details on the severity of his illness or what would change in his treatment.
Here’s a look at the Pope’s latest diagnosis and what his treatment could involve.
What is a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection?
Essentially, it means there’s a mix of bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites growing in someone’s lungs.
“Often times, people will get a bronchitis or an airway infection and that can often start a cascade of
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