New Delhi: Aug 27, 9:30 am: As Anna Hazare's fast entered the 12th day today, doctors said he has lost more weight and his energy level is low. "We are worried about Anna's health. His weight has decreased considerably. We are monitoring him closely. The point of concern today is that his blood pressure has begun to drop and his heart rate has increased slightly," Dr Naresh Trehan said.
Aug 26, 10:00 am: "He has lost seven kgs till now. His blood pressure and heart beat are okay. He seems to be healthy. He is holding up," Dr Ravi R Kesliwal said.
Aug 25, 11:30 am: On the tenth day of his fast, Anna, addressing his supporters at Ramlila Ground, assures them that he is well. "I am sure, I will not die till we get Lokpal bill. There is nothing to worry about my health," says Anna Hazare.
Aug 25, 9:30 am: Dr Naresh Trehan, expressing concerns over Anna's health, says, "It is a worrying situation, we are monitoring him closely... examining him every two hours."
Aug 24, 08.58 pm: Dr Naresh Trehan, after examining Anna in the evening said the Gandhian was doing fine. Dr Trehan said Anna's vital stats were alright. This update comes amidst reports that Anna's health was deteriorating.
Dr Naresh Trehan told the crowds at Ramlila Ground, "We have just examined Annaji. His blood test reports have arrived. As compared to yesterday, some figures (in the report) have stabilized, while others have improved. His blood pressure and heart rate is more stable as compared to yesterday.
"However, we have to keep a close eye on his health. I and my team will return later at night to examine him again and then we will decide what do we need to do for his safety. The rest he is taking is working for him and he is healing himself. We will be happy to see his condition stabilize completely," he added.
Aug 24 11:10 am: The 74-year-old anti-corruption crusader has lost another 200 grams in the past 24 hours with his weight settling at 66.2 kg. He was 72 kg before he began his fast on August 16. His blood pressure was recorded at 104/86 while blood sugar was 106 and pulse rate 82.
"After his intake of fluid was increased, his health has stabilized. We have put the team of doctors on full alert. We are keeping a strict vigil on his health," Dr Naresh Trehan told reporters at the Ramlila Ground after examining him.
Aug 24 9:27 am: Dr Naresh Trehan: "We just examined Anna. He slept all right. Condition looks better after rest. In yesterday's blood tests seemed ketones are increasing and parameters deteriorating. We told him he should get admitted in hospital for safety. He refused outright and said I will not move from here. Then he agreed to intravenous to be kept out of danger zone and then said his conscience doesn't permit it. We recommended an increase in his water intake. That might help. And rest. He should not strain himself. We are worried that the catabolic stage has started.