Trump has multiple ‘health concerns’ that demand ‘explanation’ after Walter Reed visit, expert says
The White House's previous explanations for Trump's hand bruising and ankle swelling were insufficient, the expert said.
Mason Reed 
Following Donald Trump’s fourth medical examination of his second term at Walter Reed Military Medical Center on Tuesday, medical experts are calling for a more transparent accounting of the president's health. According to a prominent physician, the White House has yet to provide a credible explanation for several ongoing physical concerns.
Expert Calls for Medical Transparency
Dr. Jonathan Reiner, a board-certified internist and CNN contributor, recently challenged the administration's narrative regarding the president’s condition. Reiner specifically pointed to previous, insufficient explanations regarding Trump’s hand bruising and persistent ankle swelling.
"Bruising, which initially was described as due to hand shaking, is not credible," Reiner stated during a CNN appearance. He noted that the diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency for the president’s ankle edema appears inconsistent with previous examinations that showed no such swelling just one year prior.
Concerns Over Daytime Fatigue
Beyond physical ailments, Reiner highlighted the president's tendency for frequently dozing off during public events. Reiner expressed alarm that the 79-year-old president may have struggled to stay awake during Memorial Day observances at Arlington National Cemetery.
"Chronic insomnia is a severe illness," Reiner explained, noting that the condition is linked to an increased risk of dementia, cardiac issues, and cognitive decline. "It’s a real problem, and the president struggles to stay awake during the day."
The Path Forward
The president traveled to Walter Reed for what the White House described as annual preventive medical and dental checkups, as reported by the Associated Press. This visit occurs as Trump works to maintain his standing ahead of upcoming midterm elections.
Historically, presidential physical results are filtered through the White House, leaving the public with limited glimpses at the commander-in-chief’s health. With the president turning 80 on June 14, Reiner argues that the administration must disclose a clear evaluation and treatment plan for the president's daytime somnolence to ensure the public is fully informed.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
