Trump says he takes higher daily dose of aspirin because he ‘psychologically’ needs it
WASHINGTON, DC. President Donald Trump has acknowledged that he continues taking a daily 325-milligram dose of aspirin partly because it gives him psychological reassurance, despite saying his doctors have advised him to take the lower 81-milligram dose typically recommended for cardiovascular prevention. Trump discussed the medication during a campaign event in Ohio.
Trump, 80, has previously spoken about his long-running aspirin routine and said he has continued taking the higher dose even after receiving medical advice to reduce it. The president reportedly described the medication as something he has taken for more than 25 years and said he remains unsure how much benefit the larger dose provides.
Trump: "I take an aspirin a day. I don't know if it works but psychologically I need it. It thins the hell out of your blood I guess. I don't know if it works or not but I've been doing it for a long time. FOLLOW ME, THE NEXT DROP WILL BE SHOCKING. https://t.co/rVfTYR312b
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Trump says aspirin routine gives him mental reassurance
The president's comments focused on why he has continued taking the higher dose despite medical advice.
He further said the medication provides a form of psychological comfort and suggested that stopping the routine would be difficult for him. He has also described preferring the larger Bayer aspirin tablet.
The remarks do not establish that Trump is taking medication for a diagnosed psychological condition. Rather, the report describes his explanation for continuing an aspirin regimen that his doctors have reportedly advised him to reduce.
Trump has acknowledged taking 325 mg daily
Trump has previously said that he takes 325 milligrams of aspirin each day, a dose that is higher than the 81-milligram dose commonly associated with low-dose aspirin use for cardiovascular prevention.
He further acknowledged that his doctors advised him to lower the amount but that he has continued with the 325-milligram dose.
The president also reportedly said the higher dose has caused bruising, particularly on his hands. The White House has previously attributed visible bruising to Trump's frequent handshaking, according to the report.
The aspirin comments come amid renewed public attention to Trump's health after recent appearances. The White House has continued to maintain that Trump is in good health and has emphasized his energy and ability to carry out his duties.
