Donald Trump well being report ‘could have scanned flawed space’, physician claims
Donald Trump’s physician released a health memo earlier this month, but a medical expert has claimed crucial data may be missing from the report
President Donald Trump’s health report from his physician may be lacking vital information, a doctor has suggested. Earlier this month, a memorandum was published by Trump’s doctor, Dr. Sean Barbabella, after months of conjecture surrounding the President’s wellbeing.
Within the document, Dr Barbabella outlined that Trump’s “cardiovascular imaging” was “perfectly normal.” He went on to state there was “no evidence of arterial narrowing impairing blood flow or abnormalities in the heart or major vessels.”
Additionally, he noted: “The heart chambers are normal in size, the vessel walls appear smooth and healthy, and there are no signs of inflammation, or clotting. Overall, his cardiovascular system shows excellent health.”
This comes as allegations emerge that the White House is attempting to “cover up” bruising on Trump’s hands.
Regarding Trump’s abdominal scans, Dr. Barbabella confirmed these were likewise “perfectly normal.” He stated: “All major organs appear very healthy and well-perfused. Everything evaluated is functioning within normal limits with no acute or chronic concerns.”
The document also noted that the “advanced imaging was performed because men in his age group benefit from a thorough evaluation of cardiovascular and abdominal health.”
Nevertheless, medical professionals have come forward to highlight that, while the memorandum appears comprehensive, what it fails to mention might offer insight into Trump’s general health condition.
Speaking to the Irish Star, Dr. Jeff Foster, medical director of Manual, suggested that the published information was not only limited but also possibly focused on the wrong part of Trump’s body.
He stated: “The information provided gives a limited indication of cardiovascular health only. It doesn’t even give a measure of heart disease.
“An MRI scan may give information about heart size, and heart failure, but you cannot see if arteries are blocked or damaged (it is not an angiogram), you cannot see if he has high cholesterol, diabetes, or even high blood pressure.
“Most importantly, if the question is related to brain function and questions over competency, you have simply scanned the wrong area.”
Dr. Jeff’s remarks came as Trump was seen with two large plasters on the back of his right hand during a cabinet meeting, following other instances of visible bruising on his hands earlier this year.
In response to speculation about these bruises, Dr. Barbabella explained that it was “a well-known and benign side effect” of aspirin therapy, according to the Independent.
Dr. Barbabella further clarified: “This is consistent with minor soft tissue irritation from frequent handshaking and the use of aspirin, which is taken as part of a standard cardiovascular prevention regimen.”
Responding to the speculation about his health earlier this week, Trump told the gathered media: “You people are crazy. I’ll let you know when something is wrong. There will be some day – that’s going to happen to all of us.
“But right now, I think I’m sharper than I was 25 years ago, but who the hell knows. By the way, I took my physical, I got all As, everything.”
