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Sonia Gandhi Hospitalized for Systemic Infection, Responding to Treatment

Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on Tuesday night due to fever and is undergoing treatment for a systemic infection. Hospital authorities state she is stable and responding well to antibiotics under the supervision of a medical team. Her son, Rahul Gandhi, cancelled a scheduled political visit to Kerala to remain with her in the hospital, citing concern for her health. This marks another hospitalization for the veteran leader, who was also admitted last year for stomach-related issues.

Key Points: Sonia Gandhi Hospitalized in Delhi for Systemic Infection

  • Admitted with fever and infection
  • Responding well to antibiotics
  • Under supervision of specialist doctors
  • Rahul Gandhi cancels visit to stay with her
  • History of recent hospitalizations
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Sonia Gandhi under treatment for systemic infection; responding well: Hospital

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital with fever and systemic infection. Son Rahul Gandhi cancels Kerala visit. Doctors say she is stable.

"I was comforted by a nurse from Kerala who came in every hour to check on my mother. - Rahul Gandhi"

New Delhi, March 26

Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi on Tuesday night, due to fever and is currently undergoing treatment for a systemic infection.

According to Dr. Ajay Swaroop, Chairman of Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Gandhi is receiving antibiotics under a team of doctors and is responding to the treatment.

"Sonia Gandhi was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital on the night of 24th March for fever. As per Dr Ajay Swaroop, Chairman SGRH, she is undergoing treatment with antibiotics for systemic infection, under the supervision of Dr D.S Rana, Dr S Nundy and Dr Arup Basu, and is responding to the treatment," Sir Ganga Ram Hospital said on Thursday.

The hospital stated that Gandhi was admitted at 10:22 PM on Tuesday and is stable. Doctors are conducting further investigations to check for possible infections in the stomach and urinary tract.

Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, arrived at the hospital. He had cancelled his scheduled visit to Kerala due to her health concerns.

Gandhi, virtually addressing a rally held in Kozhikode, said that he could not attend the rally in person as his mother was hospitalised in New Delhi.

"I would have liked to come here, but I was forced to stay in today and was unable to come. Yesterday, my mother was hospitalised and I, as a son, was quite worried about her, so I decided to stay with her. I know that the people of Kerala will understand this. Last night, I was extremely worried about my mother's health. The whole night, I was only comforted by one thing. I was comforted by a nurse from Kerala who came in every hour to check on my mother," he said.

As a precautionary measure, doctors decided to admit her for observation and further medical management.

On Wednesday, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Chairman Dr Ajay Swaroop said that following a detailed medical examination, Sonia Gandhi's bronchial asthma was mildly exacerbated by the combined effects of cold weather and prevailing pollution levels in Delhi.

This is not the first time Sonia Gandhi has been hospitalised.

The veteran leader was also admitted last year in June due to stomach-related issues. She was kept under observation at the hospital's gastro department.

Before this, in the same month, Gandhi was admitted to Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla on June 7.

- ANI

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Rahul R
Health comes first, always. Respect to Rahul Gandhi for prioritizing his mother. Family is everything. Hope the doctors at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital take good care of her.
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Arun Y
While I wish her a quick recovery, this news cycle again highlights how our political discourse gets dominated by the health of one family. There are so many pressing issues for the common man that need this much attention.
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Sunil U
The mention of the nurse from Kerala was a very touching and human moment from Rahul Gandhi. It shows the respect for healthcare workers. Get well soon, Sonia ji.
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Kavya N
Systemic infections can be tricky at her age. Thank God she is in good hands. Sir Ganga Ram is a top hospital. Hoping the investigations give a clear picture and she's back home soon.
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David E
Reading this from abroad. It's a reminder that health issues transcend politics. Wishing Mrs. Gandhi a full and fast recovery. The bond between a mother and son is universal.

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