McConnell’s doctor finds ‘no proof’ of seizures or stroke after second freezing incident.
Capitol Physician Rules Out Seizure, Stroke, or Movement Disorder for McConnell
The attending physician of the Capitol is ruling out a seizure, stroke, or other movement disorder after Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) had difficulty speaking during a press conference in Kentucky last week.
“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,” said Dr. Brian P. Monahan in a new letter released by McConnell’s office. “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.”
McConnell’s Brief Episode Raises Concerns
In late July, the minority leader was briefly escorted away from Senate Republicans’ weekly press conference after freezing in front of the cameras, the first such public incident.
McConnell, 81, was hospitalized earlier this year after suffering a fall that required him to complete physical therapy. He experienced a concussion and a minor rib fracture.
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Monahan last week attributed the most recent freezing episode to dehydration and lightheadedness related to his concussion but said he was “medically clear” to continue his duties as usual.
McConnell was previously hospitalized in 2019 after fracturing his shoulder from a fall on his patio at home.
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