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Trump Ups Aspirin Dose for "Thin Blood," Sparks Health Debate

  • Donald Trump stated he's increasing his daily aspirin dose, aiming for "nice, thin blood" to benefit his heart.
  • His physician, Sean Barbabella, confirmed Trump takes 325 mg daily for cardiac health, exceeding the typical low-dose recommendation of 81 mg.
  • Medical experts warn higher aspirin doses can increase bleeding risk and require strict medical supervision.
  • Trump's health has been under scrutiny due to visible bruising and instances of closing eyes publicly.
  • A recent CT scan, performed to rule out cardiovascular issues, found no abnormalities, according to Sean Barbabella.

Why It Matters: Trump's self-prescribed higher aspirin dose for "thin blood" raises medical concerns despite a clear CT scan.

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