A prominent neurologist, double board certified, has addressed various media reports suggesting that US President Joe Biden might be suffering from Parkinsonโs disease. However, he brought up the possibility that the President could be dealing with โvascular dementia.โ He emphasized the importance of Biden undergoing neurological testing and an MRI to either confirm or dismiss vascular dementia concerns.
This expert pointed out that the Presidentโs medical history might have played a role in developing this condition. After evaluating Biden alongside the symptoms of Parkinsonโs disease, he dismissed this as a likely diagnosis. Dr. Russell Surasky offered his professional insights, and during an interview, he shared his thoughts on the Presidentโs health, noting the wave of reports raising alarm over Bidenโs โcognitive decline.โ
Dr. Russell showed empathy towards the President and critiqued his staff for seemingly covering up an evident health issue, indicating that it may not be Parkinsonโs. According to him, the Presidentโs personal doctor ruled out Parkinsonโs disease following a thorough medical assessment conducted in February. Presently, there are no clear indications of Parkinsonโs in Bidenโs behavior. Dr. Russell referenced observing videos where Biden walks with a steady gait, rather than the shuffling manner typical in Parkinsonโs. Additionally, Biden doesnโt exhibit the unilateral resting tremor or the distinctive cogwheel rigidity associated with the condition.
Might Biden be experiencing vascular dementia?
Dr. Russell extended an invitation to President Biden for a neurological evaluation, which would involve several hours of in-depth medical examination addressing various aspects, including motor skills and memory recall abilities. An MRI scan holds significant value in diagnosing vascular dementia.
Evaluating the risk of vascular dementia in Biden:
The President has a history of atrial fibrillation, a type of irregular heartbeat that can restrict blood flow to the brain. Additionally, he has experienced two brain aneurysms, conditions that can lead to a blood vessel in the brain rupturing and causing bleeding.
