My sincere prayers are with Nawaz Sharif, says PM

Says he has ensured that the former PM is provided with the best possible healthcare

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday expressed concern over Nawaz Sharif's deteriorating health.

The premier took to social media and said that political differences aside, his sincerest prayers are with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader.

PM Imran also noted that he has ensured that the former prime minister receives the "best possible healthcare and medical treatment".

Political differences notwithstanding, my sincere prayers are with Nawaz Sharif for his health. I have directed all concerned to ensure provision of the best possible health care and medical treatment to him.

— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) October 24, 2019

Earlier today, PML-N once again blamed the government for victimising Nawaz Sharif by delaying treatment as part of a campaign against him and his family.

Nawaz diagnosed with acute ITP, will recover in a week: doctor

The medical board treating the former prime minister confirmed that the PML-N supremo is suffering from acute immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP).

A doctor, speaking on the condition of anonymity, said the treatment has been started after the diagnosis was confirmed and Nawaz will recover in a week’s time.

He further said that the disorder is treatable in Pakistan and intravenous treatment has commenced.

“He does not have aplastic anemia and his hemoglobin and WBC count (white blood cells) are normal. Platelets are low though,” said the doctor, who is well aware of the former premier’s treatment and health issues.