Princess Bajrakitiyabha’s Health Declines, Doctors Struggle to Stabilize

The Thai Royal Palace has announced that Princess Bajrakitiyabha, 47, the eldest daughter of King Vajiralongkorn, is experiencing a decline in her condition due to multiple infections affecting various organs.

Background

• December 2022 – Princess Bajrakitiyabha was first admitted to a hospital after fainting, attributed to a heart issue and other infections.
• Since that admission, she has remained unconscious.

Recent Developments

• April 2024 – Doctors identified a stomach infection that inflamed her intestines, leading to:
• Lowered blood pressure
• Irregular heartbeat

Medical teams have administered medications and utilized devices to support her lungs and kidneys. Despite these interventions, her health continues to deteriorate.

Palace Statement

The palace confirmed that physicians will continue to monitor her closely and provide additional treatments as needed.

Context

This news follows the passing of Thailand’s Queen Mother last year at age 93, adding a layer of sorrow to the royal family.