President Donald Trump revealed he underwent an MRI scan during a recent visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, describing the results as “perfect.” Speaking to reporters on Air Force One, the President, who is 79 years old, did not specify the reason for the scan.
The medical examination occurred during Trump’s visit to Walter Reed earlier this month. At the time, his physician reported that the President was in “exceptional health.” Trump further elaborated, “The doctor said [it] was some of the best reports, for the age, they’ve ever seen,” he told reporters on Monday.
When asked about the purpose of the MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), Trump deferred to his doctors for an explanation. The White House had previously stated that the appointment was a “scheduled follow-up evaluation” as part of his ongoing health maintenance plan, including advanced imaging and lab testing.
While the specific reason for the MRI remains undisclosed, it’s worth noting that earlier this year, Trump was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition affecting the veins in his legs. The White House attributed this diagnosis to swelling observed in his legs, which led to a medical check-up. Chronic venous insufficiency is described as a “benign and common” condition in older individuals.