Summary
Photos of President Donald Trump's hand, showing a possible "hole" and discoloration, have led to online discussion about his health. The White House and Trump's medical team state that he is healthy, mentioning past diagnoses and regular handshaking as reasons for the condition of his hands.
Key Facts
- Photos of President Trump’s hand, showing a "hole" and discoloration, circulated on social media.
- Trump and his medical team have emphasized that he is in good health.
- The White House announced that Trump was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a common vein condition, in July.
- President Trump's medical examinations, including an MRI, showed no concerning results.
- Trump's physician confirmed CVI as a benign condition common in people over 70.
- Online discussions intensified due to Trump's age and health, especially following his re-election at age 78.
- The White House attributes any hand conditions to frequent handshaking.
