Will Vladimir Putin pass soon or stay in power for another decade? It is critical to Russia. However, Western experts are skeptical about various reports concerning his health, which a Kremlin spokesperson has described as fabrications.
According to reports, President Trump is fighting cancer and Parkinson’s Disease, prompting intense scrutiny of his gait, body language, and speech patterns.
1. Cancer
Rumors swirl that Vladimir Putin is suffering from cancer, which has affected his judgment when ordering Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. These rumors were further fuelled by videos showing him shaking, gripping tables for support, appearing discomfited, and appearing bloated and uncomfortable.
Though we cannot ascertain the actual state of Putin’s health, speculation abounds that he may receive Western treatments to slow cancer progression. Historian and political analyst Valery Solovey claimed that Putin may be using medications not available in Russia to help fight his condition; however, Solovey cautioned that medicine alone cannot save him in the long run; medical care can only offer temporary solutions.
Putin may appear physically fit, yet he does suffer from severe back pain. Additionally, he frequently falls and has been injured throughout his life due to participating in both judo and hockey classes; evidence of injury has even been seen, with blood staining his hands and arms, suggesting an incident occurred.
New Lines magazine obtained a leaked recording from a Russian oligarch close to the Kremlin that suggests Vladimir Putin has been suffering from blood cancer since shortly before ordering Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The anonymous oligarch claimed Putin’s condition has worsened dramatically since then, though whether his account is accurate is unknown; medical records regarding Putin are hard to come by, while it seems this oligarch believes his blood cancer caused him to go “crazy,” suggesting the president has some schizoaffective disorder.
2. Parkinson’s Disease
As Russia’s war against Ukraine rages into its fourth month, speculation about Putin’s health has surfaced again. While his Kremlin administration officially denies his health, the hypothesis suggests he may suffer from pancreatic cancer or early-stage Parkinson’s disease.
Leaked emails from a Russian intelligence source revealed to the British tabloid The Sun that 70-year-old Russian leader Vladimir Putin does have both diseases, according to Leaked emails obtained by The Sun. An insider reported that Putin has been receiving regular injections of “heavy steroids and innovative painkilling injections” to combat pancreatic cancer that is quickly spreading; unfortunately, these medications also result in his hands and face becoming “puffier” and memory lapses from these medications.
Videos online fueled even further speculation regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin’s health, with one showing him gripping his chair for support, frequently shaking his hands, and appearing physically and facially bloated. A clip allegedly showing an unusual mark on his hand from grasping a soldier’s arm added fuel to this speculation; some commentators even likened this seemingly abnormal behavior to an audible tremor.
Tremors are one of the hallmark symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, characterized by involuntary shaking and twitching that affects arms and legs, forcing individuals to grasp objects or shuffle feet uncontrollably. Depression or anxiety may result from Parkinson’s. However, experts caution against making assumptions based on unverified reports, video footage, or photographs concerning Putin’s health based solely on unverified reports alone. Accurate neurologists are taught not to respond publicly when such reports surface – however, just because he has not commented publicly doesn’t mean anything – nor does his silence mean anything!
3. Hypertension
Hypertension is a severe medical condition left untreated; it can lead to strokes, heart attacks, and other health complications for both mother and baby. You can employ various strategies to manage hypertension, including healthy lifestyle changes like eating more fruits and vegetables, increasing physical activity, and decreasing sodium consumption. Furthermore, keeping track of your blood pressure readings during annual doctor visits will enable doctors to spot potential issues early.
Russia ranks among the highest cardiovascular mortality and morbidity rates, with hypertension being one of the primary contributors. To address this, Russia’s Yaroslavl region developed an innovative program in 2011 to enhance hypertension diagnosis and control, reducing deaths from strokes and heart attacks by 27%.
4. Back Pain
Back pain is a familiar problem among individuals of all ages and walks of life and can impede daily activities. Working closely with a physician and taking measures to manage it are vital in continuing life without experiencing unnecessary suffering; for Putin, this might include medication or physical therapy sessions to alleviate his discomfort.
Rumors have swirled for some time that Vladimir Putin suffers from health problems. His hand tremors and puffy appearance have led many people to speculate he has Parkinson’s or another psycho-affective disorder; video footage showing Putin twitching his feet during a meeting with Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu added fuel to this flame of speculation.
Though many experts dismiss health rumors regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin, others have taken them seriously. An oligarch named Yuri claimed that Putin was suffering from cancer and related problems caused by it; according to him, meetings held by Putin required sitting with legs crossed to reduce discomfort, possibly explaining his limp.
Proekt reported that Putin had complained of back pain before attending key war room meetings at the Kremlin. Citing information from General SVR’s Telegram channel, Proekt noted that Putin complained of “aching pain in his abdominal cavity and loss of sensation in both right arm and leg,” with doctors prescribing first aid before telling him to rest for several days. Yet, he refused, suggesting it may have an impactful decision-making process based on Putin’s health status.
5. Dementia
An encounter between Russian President Vladimir Putin and a child at the Kremlin during which Putin became confused as to their age sparked speculation that he may be suffering from dementia, a condition typically associated with age, which can cause symptoms like memory loss, disorientation, and hallucinations.
Not for the first time have questions been raised regarding Putin’s health. Rumors claim he suffers from thyroid cancer, severe back issues, and even psychosis; however, the Kremlin has always refuted such allegations and insisted he remains in excellent shape.
Russia’s leaders seem to have an extremely low tolerance for illness. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Vladimir Putin donned a full hazmat suit when visiting a Moscow hospital treating coronavirus patients; additionally, he implemented strict isolation measures when meeting people scheduled to meet him.
Experts have noticed a change in Putin’s body language; his hands frequently tremble, and his posture is no longer upright, leading many to speculate he may suffer from Parkinson’s disease and early dementia.
Theories regarding Putin’s mental decline suggest he may suffer from so-called ‘roid rage, resulting from long-term use of steroids that suppress immunity and leave individuals susceptible to infection. Another possibility could be his narcissistic psychosis – an issue some experts blamed as contributing to the unprovoked war against Ukraine.
