White House reporters noticed a distinct red spot on the right side of President Donald Trump's neck during the Medal of Honor ceremony on Monday.[1][3][4] White House physician Sean Barbabella said it was a regular preventative skin treatment cream he prescribed.[1][2][3][6] The president has been using this treatment for one week and the redness is expected to last for several more weeks.[1][2][3][6] The type of cream was not specified.[2][3] An April 2025 medical review mentions the use of mometasone cream "as needed" for an unspecified skin condition.[3] At age 79, Trump is the oldest sitting US president.[1][3] The White House previously announced Trump's diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency following swelling in his legs.[1][2]