Trump says he got a CT scan instead of an MRI
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump clarified that he received a CT scan, not an MRI, during his October advanced imaging tests at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, contradicting his earlier statements.
- Trump's physician, Navy Capt. Sean Barbabella, confirmed the CT scan was conducted to rule out cardiovascular issues and showed no abnormalities, with the White House describing the results as "perfectly normal."
- Trump expressed regret over having the scan, saying it provided "ammunition" for critics to question his health, despite the procedure being a preventative measure.
- Trump attributed his easy bruising to his long-term daily use of a high-dose aspirin, which he refuses to lower despite medical advice.
- Addressing concerns about appearing to doze off during public events, Trump
