Lata Mangeshkar Health Update: The Veteran Playback Singer Is Still In Critical Condition, Says Her Doctor

It came as a shock to many when it was reported that veteran playback singer Lata Mangeshkar has been hospitalised after she complained of breathing issues. She was taken to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital in the early hours of November 11. The 90-year-old singer is been treated under Dr Patit Samdhani, reports PTI. As soon as reports of Lata Manageshkar hospitalised flooded across social media platforms, from industry members to fans, everyone started pouring in with well-wishes for her. But as per the latest update, the veteran singer is still in critical condition, said her doctor. Hema Malini, Adnan Sami Wish Singer Lata Mangeshkar a Speedy Recovery (Read Tweets).

Hospital sources revealed to Mumbai Mirror that Lata Mangeshkar is suffering from pneumonia, heart problems and chest infection. The sources also revealed that she is currently being put on antibiotics. Dr Samdhani was quoted saying as, “Unless her infection gets under control, we cannot do any procedures.” A senior doctor told the tabloid, “She is critical. It is difficult to say anything at this moment. We are monitoring her health continuously and we are hoping she will be all right.” Lata Mangeshkar Health Update: Fans Pour Prayers and Well-Wishes For The Singing Legend's Speedy Recovery.

Lata Mangeshkar’s family released a statement that read, “Her parameters are good. She has fought so well that she is coming out of this setback. Being a singer, her lung capacity has pulled her through. She is truly a fighter. We will update everyone when Lataji gets discharged and comes home. Request that we give family the space they deserve at the moment,” reports HT. We wish speedy recovery for Lata Mangeshkar!

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