President Donald Trump has been declared in “excellent health” after his latest medical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. This was his third in-person checkup in 13 months, and the results affirm his capability to perform his duties as Commander-in-Chief, according to a memo from Dr. Sean Barbabella, the president’s physician.
Comprehensive Health Assessment
The examination included a series of tests assessing cardiac function, eye health, and pulmonary function, among other areas. Dr. Barbabella noted that the results were largely normal, with only slight lower leg swelling and bruising on the hand, attributed to frequent handshaking and aspirin use for cardiovascular prevention.
Trump’s weight was reported at 238 pounds, with a resting heart rate of 73 beats per minute. A neurological exam, including cognitive function screening, showed normal results with a perfect score of 30 out of 30.
Preventive Measures and Medications
Dr. Barbabella mentioned that President Trump is on medication for cholesterol control and cardiac prevention. The president is up to date on all preventive screenings and immunizations, including cancer screenings, cardiovascular risk assessments, and metabolic evaluations. Preventive counseling was also provided, recommending a low-dose aspirin, increased physical activity, and continued weight loss.
Trump, who will turn 80 in June, is the oldest person to assume the presidency. He has consistently maintained that he is in excellent health, a sentiment he reiterated after his recent visit to Walter Reed.
Health Speculations Addressed
Despite occasional speculation about his health, fueled by moments of apparent drowsiness and a bruised right hand, the White House attributes these to frequent handshaking and aspirin use. Last year, it was revealed that Trump has chronic venous insufficiency, a non-life-threatening condition causing poor circulation and leg swelling.
In October, following a visit to Walter Reed, Trump underwent a CT scan of his heart and abdomen to rule out cardiovascular issues, which showed no abnormalities. Dr. Barbabella emphasized that the advanced imaging was normal, reinforcing the president’s robust health status.
Original reporting: NBC Connecticut (Hartford) — read the source article.
