Trump Reveals Hand Bruise Amid Ongoing Health Speculation
US President Donald Trump was seen with a dark bruise on the back of his right hand during an Oval Office meeting on Monday, sparking renewed speculation about his health.
Trump, 79, initially attempted to conceal the bruise by placing his left hand on top of his right hand while speaking with reporters.
However, the bruise was visible at various points during the press conference.
White House Attributes Bruise to Hand-Shaking and Aspirin Use
The White House has attributed the bruise to frequent hand-shaking and the use of aspirin, which is part of Trump’s standard cardiovascular prevention regimen.
According to Trump’s doctor, Sean Barbabella, this is a well-known and benign side effect of aspirin therapy.
Despite this explanation, some have continued to speculate online that Trump may be receiving medical treatment through an IV or undergoing frequent medical tests.
Trump’s Health Issues a Long-Standing Concern
Trump’s physical and mental health has been a subject of public interest for years, with many people speculating about potential ailments he may be living with.
The president’s refusal to share health information publicly has contributed to a sense of mistrust and fuelled speculation.
In recent months, Trump has been seen with a recurring bruise on his hand, which he has occasionally covered with makeup.
The White House has maintained that Trump is in “excellent health,” citing a perfect cognitive test score and a weight of 224lbs.
Trump’s health issues have included a diagnosis of “chronic venous insufficiency,” which causes swelling in his lower extremities due to ineffective blood circulation in his legs.
Trump’s critics have accused him of hypocrisy for questioning the health of his political opponents, including former president Joe Biden, while being less than transparent about his own health issues.