Overview
- Photographs on Friday showed a conspicuous patch of foundation on the back of the president’s right hand during a visit to the People’s House museum and later in the Oval Office.
- The White House said the hand bruising is consistent with frequent handshakes plus daily aspirin, calling it a benign side effect previously described by the medical team.
- Officials reiterated July test results showing no evidence of deep vein thrombosis or arterial disease, with a diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency.
- White House physician Captain Sean Barbabella previously declared the president in excellent cognitive and physical health after the April exam, with no lifestyle changes disclosed.
- Social media users circulated unverified theories about IV treatments or heart disease, but the White House provided no new medical information beyond prior statements.