Trump explains his large hand bruise as questions grow over his health and recent public appearances

US President Donald Trump has explained why a big purple bruise appeared on the back of his left hand. The bruise led to questions about his health during recent public appearances. The White House recently shared that Trump has a health condition called “chronic venous insufficiency.” Chronic venous insufficiency is a condition that affects blood flow in veins.

This condition can cause swelling and skin color changes in the ankles and hands, as stated by The Sun. The problem is more common in people over the age of 70. Donald Trump is 79 years old. Trump spoke about the bruise while talking to reporters on Air Force One. He said the bruise happened because he “clipped” his hand on a table.

Trump explains hand bruise

Trump said he applied some cream to his hand after the injury. He also said the bruising looks worse because he takes aspirin. Trump told reporters that aspirin can cause easy bruising. He said, “Take aspirin if you like your heart, but it can cause bruising”, as stated by The Sun. Trump said he takes a “big aspirin” regularly. He added that doctors warn people that strong aspirin can lead to bruises.


Trump said his doctor told him he does not have to take aspirin. He said the doctor told him he is very healthy. Trump said he still takes aspirin because he does not want to take any risks. The bruise was clearly seen during Trump’s speech in Davos, Switzerland. He was attending the World Economic Forum after a signing ceremony for the Board of Peace.

White House health statement

In July, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt spoke about swelling on Trump’s ankles and bruises on his hands. She said these issues are linked to a chronic condition. Leavitt said the vein condition is harmless. She described the bruising as a “minor soft tissue irritation.” She said the bruising gets worse because of frequent handshaking, as stated by The Sun. She also said aspirin use adds to the bruising.

Trump was earlier seen wearing concealer on his hands to cover discolored skin. The discolored hand was first noticed last year. It was seen during a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron. The two leaders exchanged three long and firm handshakes during the meeting. The bruising appeared after those handshakes. At that time, the White House blamed the marks on handshaking.

The White House did not reveal Trump’s circulation condition back then. Doctors say chronic venous insufficiency can become serious in some cases. Severe cases can lead to ulcers and blood clots. The condition usually affects people over 50 years old, as noted by The Sun. The risk of getting the condition increases as people age.

FAQs

Q1. Why does Donald Trump have a bruise on his hand?

Trump said the bruise happened after he hit his hand on a table and looks darker because he takes aspirin.

Q2. Is Donald Trump’s hand bruise linked to a health problem?

The White House said it is linked to a harmless vein condition that can cause swelling and bruising in older adults.