Trump Discloses MRI Scan Results, Assures Public of Excellent Health
“President Trump is in excellent overall health,” wrote his physician, Navy Captain Sean Barbabella, in an official report released by the White House.
The White House has attributed the marks to aspirin he is taking under a standard regimen of cardiovascular management. Photo/courtesy
By Ruth Sang
Former US President Donald Trump announced that he underwent an MRI scan during his recent hospital visit, citing the reason why he underwent his second medical check-up in a year. The confirmation comes weeks of rumour about his health following an unscheduled visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center early last month.
Speaking to the press on Air Force One on Monday, Trump explained the scan was performed without a hitch, and said the results were perfect. “I did. I got an MRI. It was perfect,” he said. “I gave you all the results. We had an MRI, and everything came out perfectly fine.”
Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or MRI, is a medical diagnostic test for various diseases, including tumors, strokes, and multiple sclerosis, and minor issues such as muscle tears and inflammation. Before Trump’s comment, the White House had not given any official reason for Trump’s hospital visit on October 10, which most had labeled as unusual since sitting presidents receive only one major medical checkup a year.
Trump, who will be 80 in June, has been repeatedly questioned about his health and physical condition. On Monday, he refused to further explain why he required the MRI, referring questions to his medical team instead. “No other president has been more transparent with regard to health records than I have,” he said confidently. “The physicians informed me that they have never observed such drastic outcomes for someone of my age.”
There have been occasional sightings of bruising on Trump’s right hand that he covers occasionally with makeup. The White House has attributed the marks to aspirin he is taking under a standard regimen of cardiovascular management. Earlier this year, the administration confirmed that he had also been treated for leg swelling, which doctors diagnosed as chronic venous insufficiency—where faulty vein valves make blood pool in the legs. The condition, which can result in skin discoloration and cramping, is typically treated with drugs or minor medical procedures.
According to Trump’s medical report, his lab tests, including cardiac tests, were in the normal range. There was no indication of arterial blockages or deep vein thrombosis. “President Trump is in excellent overall health,” wrote his physician, Navy Captain Sean Barbabella, in an official report released by the White House.
Trump’s words appear to be meant to downplay public concern and reassure trust in his health as he continues to keep a full political and public schedule.
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