US President Donald Trump’s doctor declared he was in “excellent health” but encouraged him to lose weight, according to a memo released on Friday following a regular medical exam.
“President Trump remains in excellent health, demonstrating strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical function.
“Preventative counseling was provided, including guidance on diet, a recommendation to take a low-dose aspirin, increased physical activity, and continued weight loss,” said Trump’s doctor, US Navy Captain Sean Barbabella.
The three-page report summarizes Trump’s physical examination and diagnostic testing at Walter Reed Medical Hospital near Washington on Tuesday.
Barbabella stated that Trump was “fully fit to carry out all the duties of the commander-in-chief and head of state.”
Trump, who turns 80 next month, is taking three medications: two for cholesterol control and one for “cardiac prevention.”
Trump’s weight has increased to 238 pounds (108 kilograms), up from his previously reported weight of 224 pounds (101.6 kilograms) recorded during his last full annual medical examination in April of last year.
This is Trump’s third medical examination since returning to office last year and comes amid growing concerns about his health, including bruising on his hands and sleepiness during meetings.
“Examination of the dorsal hands revealed ecchymosis (bruising), consistent with minor soft tissue irritation related to frequent handshaking in the setting of aspirin use for cardiovascular prevention,” the memo said regarding Trump’s bruised hands.
Trump, on his part, said the exam went “perfectly” in a post on his Truth Social platform shortly after the appointment.
