Barbarella added that Trump is experiencing “slight swelling in his lower legs” and has “mild” bruising on his hands. He also said that a comprehensive neurological examination, including screening for depression and anxiety disorders, showed “normal mental status.”
Donald Trump's research results are here. The White House physician spoke out
On Tuesday, Trump underwent routine health exams and a dental checkup at Walter Reed Hospital. It was the president's third such examination at the medical center in the last 13 months. He was previously examined there in April and October 2025. The last visit was closely watched by the public due to photos of the president appearing in recent months, showing swollen ankles, bruised hands and spots on the neck.
Previously, the White House explained that the cause of the bruises on the president's hands was Trump's daily aspirin intake and frequent shaking of hands with other people. Last year, it was reported that the head of state had been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency of the lower limbs.
US presidents are not obliged to disclose their medical records, although annual visits to Walter Reed Hospital have become a tradition, noted the Washington Post. The media emphasizes that obtaining accurate information about Trump's health is not easy.
The president himself boasts that he is in excellent shape; The White House and his doctor also assure Trump's “exceptional” health condition. “I feel the same as I did 50 years ago,” Trump said on May 4 at the White House. — I'm not a senior. I am much younger than the senior – emphasized the president, quoted by “USA Today”.
Americans concerned about Trump's health
Research shows that the US public is increasingly concerned about the health of the incumbent president. A poll conducted in April by WaPo, ABC News and Ipsos showed that 40 percent Americans believe that Trump has sufficient mental capacity to serve as president; this is a decrease from 47 percent. in September 2025. In turn, 44 percent Americans found Trump's physical health suitable for the job; 54 percent in September last year.
Trump, who will turn 80 in June, is the oldest person in US history to become president. His predecessor, to whom he is often compared in terms of health, Joe Biden, left office in January 2025 at the age of 82.
