Although early reports suggested Trump had an MRI in October, both he and Dr. Barbabella later clarified that the test was a CT scan. Barbabella said doctors considered both options before selecting a CT scan to rule out cardiovascular problems, adding that the results showed no abnormalities.
Despite assurances from his medical team, Trump’s remarks about independently managing his aspirin intake have raised questions, particularly given the increased bleeding risk associated with higher doses. Still, the president appeared unfazed, presenting his approach as simple common sense—though medical professionals stress that no one should follow such advice without consulting a doctor, as excessive aspirin use can pose serious health risks.
