The Medal of Honor ceremony took place at the White House earlier this week, but no one was paying attention to the honorees. Rather, the attention was on Donald Trump’s neck: the president was spotted with yet another skin ailment—a bright red rash and scabs on the side of his neck. Keep reading for more information.
New Photos Show Bright Red Rash On Donald Trump’s Neck
Photos from the event show what appears to be a large red rash that spreads from just behind his ear down his neck. The true extent of the rash is unknown, as it may reach further down his neck. White House physician Dr. Sean Barbabella released a statement after the rash got so much publicity online.
“President Trump is using a very common cream on the right side of his neck, which is a preventative skin treatment, prescribed by the White house Doctor,” the statement reads. “The president is using this treatment for one week, and the redness is expected to last for a few weeks.” He did not provide any context as to the cause of the rash.
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Social Media Reactions
Across social media platforms, users are suspicious, as this isn't the first instance of a physical ailment the White House is not being up front about. Trump has frequently been spotted with large bruises on his hand, often covered by makeup. Between the bruises and now the rash, people have questions. "The president shouldn't be having a different health concern every week," one person pointed out. "Can we for once have a healthy, fit to lead President?"
"That is a nasty looking rash," another person commented.
"Trump is definitely not well," the next user wrote. "First the bruises, now this?"
"Does anyone else think it's shady they're not telling us what's wrong with him?" asked another.
Donald Trump Attempts To Hide Bruised Hand
Throughout Trump’s second presidency, he’s been spotted with bruising on his hand numerous times, and many users online think it’s a sign of failing health. On the back of his right hand, there’s a large, black-and-blue bruise that covers most of his hand, and even makeup isn’t hiding it from view. Back in July, the White House actually addressed the discoloration, claiming it’s due to “frequent hand shaking and the use of aspirin.” It’s safe to say that no one believed that line.
Many have guessed that the bruising is a result of IV infusions of blood thinners, saying Trump having congestive heart failure is not out of the realm of possibility. Others are saying it's a hematoma, which is the result of damaged blood vessels. Regardless of what it is, the internet has questions. "Where are the reporters asking about this?" one person tweeted.
"Busted. He can't hide the bruises forever—the 'tough guy' act crumbles when the camera catches reality," another person wrote. "Trump is not well, and the cover-up is pathetic."
