Former President Donald Trump sparked a flurry of online chatter after a recent public appearance revealed a noticeable bruise on his right hand. The sighting came during a February 24 meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, and quickly grabbed attention across social media.

Photos from the meeting showed a dark spot on the back of Trump’s hand, prompting speculation about his health and fueling a mix of jokes and concern online.

In response, Trump’s medical team released a statement confirming that he had completed his annual physical on April 11 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. According to the report, Trump is in good health, and the mark was simply a minor bruise—nothing unusual for someone his age and not linked to any serious condition.

Doctors say bruising like this is common in older adults. “As people get older, their skin gets thinner and blood vessels more fragile, so even small bumps can leave a mark,” explained Dr. Sarah Lin, a family medicine physician. “It’s usually harmless unless it comes with other symptoms.”

Trump’s check-up included a full physical and cognitive evaluation, both of which came back normal. His heart health and weight were also reported to be within healthy ranges.

Reactions on social media were mixed. Some shrugged it off, with one commenter writing, “Looks like typical aging to me,” while others joked about how a small bruise became headline news.

While public figures are often scrutinized over their appearance and health, medical experts remind people not to jump to conclusions based on surface-level signs alone.

This brief episode is a good reminder of how quickly rumors can spread when it comes to high-profile individuals. But in this case, doctors have made it clear—there’s no cause for concern. The bruise was minor and temporary.

As always, when it comes to health—especially for older adults—a medical evaluation is what really matters. And this one shows the former president is doing just fine.