DONALD TRUMP has provided an update on his condition amid reports his coronavirus diagnosis had been described as “serious” and that he was struggling to breath.
It had initially been reported that the President was suffering from “mild” Covid-19 symptoms after both he and First Lady Melania Trump tested positive for the virus.
However, he was subsequently moved to the Walter Reed Medical Centre in a move described as a precautionary measure by the White House.
Trump was filmed walking across the White House Lawn wearing a mask to board a Marine One Helicopter.
He also posted a video on Twitter telling followers he “thinks” he is “doing very well”.
“I want to thank everyone for the tremendous support,” he said.
“I’m going to Walter Reed Hospital. I think I’m doing very well, but we’re going to make sure that things work out.
“The First Lady is doing very well. Thank you very much — I appreciate it. I will never forget it.”
However, an inside source later told CNN Donald Trump’s COVID-19 diagnosis is considered “serious”.
The source went on to say that the President was “very tired, very fatigued” and was having trouble breathing.
Despite this, Trump later took to Twitter to try and allay some of the fears over his condition.
He wrote: “Going well, I think! Thank you to all. LOVE!!”
According to a letter from Donald Trump’s doctor, Sean Conley, the president is being treated with Remdesivir, an anti-viral Ebola drug being used experimentally to treat COVID-19.
“I am happy to report that the President is doing very well,” the letter said
“He is not requiring any supplemental oxygen, but in consultation with specialists, we have elected to initiate Remdesivir therapy.
“He has completed the first dose and is resting comfortably.”
Trump is said to be continuing his presidential duties from his hospital bed.
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