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"The office tells me already this morning I have had hundreds of messages from well-wishers so thank you. Can't wait to get back to work."

Pope Francis has said he faces a "period of trial" as he thanked well-wishers on Sunday for their prayers.

In his message, released on Sunday, the Pope thanked the doctors and health workers at the hospital, and well-wishers who sent in messages.

Outside the hospital, well-wishers and pilgrims have continued to gather to pray, light candles and write notes of encouragement.

Pope Francis also expressed his gratitude to well-wishers and asked them to "pray for him".