Congress’s Doctor Says There Is No Evidence Mitch McConnell’s Latest Freezing Incident Was Due To Seizure Or Stroke
deadline.comUPDATE: Congress’s in-house physician said that there was no evidence that Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell suffered a seizure or stroke in his latest episode in which he froze up while answering questions from reporters.
Brian Monahan, attending physician for Congress, wrote in a letter to McConnell that was released on Tuesday, “My examination of you following your August 30, 2023 brief episode included several medical evaluations: brain MRI imaging, EEG study and consultations with several neurologists for a comprehensive neurology assessment.
There is no evidence that you have a seizure disorder or that you experienced a stroke, TIA or movement disorder such as Parkinson’s disease.
There are no changes recommended in treatment protocols as you continue your recovery from your March 2023 fall.” The Senate is returning from recess this week, with some reports of Republicans concerned about McConnell’s future as Republican party leader.
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