New Delhi: External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Wednesday said she is in AIIMS because of kidney failure, adding that she was on dialysis.

"Friends : This is to update you on my health. I am in AIIMS because of kidney failure. Presently, on dialysis.undergoing tests for a Kidney transplant. Lord Krishna will bless," Swaraj tweeted.

Swaraj was admitted to AIIMS on November 7 and is being monitored by a team of doctors.

The veteran BJP leader has been suffering from diabetes for nearly 20 years.

The 64-year-old was admitted to AIIMS in April too when she underwent treatment for pneumonia and other health issues.

Other members of the ruling BJP and a few senior journalists responded to her tweet, wishing her a speedy recovery.