His Majesty shows signs of improvement

His Majesty has been treated for various ailments during a year-long hospitalization.

The latest examination of his blood and phlegm showed theseverity of his infection had lowered, the bureau said in a press statement.

An x-ray showed no indication of inflammation and anechocardiography showed normal heart function.

A team of physicians would continue to administerantibiotics and offer renal therapy to His Majesty, the statement said.

It was the third health statement in less than one week after the palace issued a bulletin on Friday, part of a monthly update on His Majesty's health.

- Reuters