Suchitra Sen's condition deteriorates, shifted to CCU

Kolkata: The condition of legendary actress Suchitra Sen, hospitalised after a respiratory infection, deteriorated Monday.

She complained of breathlessness on Sunday evening after which she was shifted to the Coronary Care Unit of a super-speciality hospital, where she was admitted on December 23.

A source at the Belle Vue Clinic told PTI that her condition was serious and there was fluid accumulation in her lungs.

The 82-year-old actress, who lives a secluded life, was admitted to the hospital on Monday (December 23, 2013) last after she developed respiratory problem.

The clinic has formed a five-member-committee to monitor the health of the patient.

Sources said Ms Sen also has diabetes which has compounded the problem.

PTI