Numerous interesting oindications have ignited speculation surrounding Vladimir Putin’s potential battle with severe health issues, potentially including cancer.
Speculation rooted in the Russian President’s public appearances and confidential information leaks hints at the possibility of pancreatic and thyroid cancer, as well as Parkinson’s disease.
These cryptic indicators have given rise to conjecture in Western circles, suggesting that Putin might have grappled with significant medical ailments during the onset of his aggressive campaign in Ukraine. There is a prevailing belief that the Kremlin has deliberately obscured Putin’s true condition.
Startling revelations from clandestine intelligence sources emerged in November 2022, where an insider close to the Kremlin, purportedly, validated Putin’s diagnosis of early-stage Parkinson’s and pancreatic cancer.
“I can affirm the diagnosis of early-stage Parkinson’s disease, though its progression is undeniable,” asserted the confidential Russian security services source in an email. The source further asserted, “This fact will be categorically denied and concealed. Putin routinely receives a regimen of potent steroids and advanced pain-relieving injections to arrest the advancement of the recently diagnosed pancreatic cancer. This regimen not only induces considerable pain but also results in facial swelling and other side effects, including memory lapses. Within his inner circle, there are rumors suggesting the presence of prostate cancer in addition to the gradually spreading pancreatic cancer.”
Political analyst Valery Solovey has also asserted that Putin grapples with multiple severe illnesses, encompassing cancer, Parkinson’s disease, and schizoaffective disorder. Solovey contends that Putin’s health is deteriorating significantly and posits that this may have influenced his decision-making during the tumultuous war.
Several instances of the leader’s physical condition have fueled speculation. In an April 2022 clip, Putin is visibly trembling as he greets Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko at the Kremlin. The footage, viewed over a million times, captures him struggling to maintain his composure, with his knees appearing to buckle during the encounter.
Throughout the Ukraine invasion, Putin’s public appearances have portrayed him as breathless, prone to stumbling over his words, and appearing visibly fatigued. In December, his purported health issues reached an embarrassing low point when reports surfaced of him soiling himself during a fall at his official residence. Bodyguards reportedly assisted him to a sofa, while his personal physicians hurried to his side.
Furthermore, suspicions have arisen concerning track marks on the back of Putin’s hand, fueling the rumors of cancer treatment via intravenous methods.
Footage from the past year portrays Putin exhibiting involuntary movements, including gripping a table and tapping his foot during a meeting with Defense Chief Sergei Shoigu. Observers noted a significant decline in his physical condition, with Putin appearing feeble and struggling to maintain an upright posture.
Experts in body language have also weighed in, pointing out that Putin’s appearance deviates from his earlier, healthier demeanor. Speculation of Parkinson’s disease was ignited by footage in February that showed him twitching uncomfortably.
Additional reports from a Telegram channel known as General SVR, which claims to have insider Kremlin information, suggest that Putin’s health has worsened. He has reportedly experienced abdominal pain, bouts of nausea, and a decreased appetite. These reports indicate that Putin has largely confined himself to secure, bunker-like locations to evade potential air strikes.
Observers have also noted physical changes in Putin, describing him as appearing “bloated” and “weakened” during public appearances. Some even speculate that manipulated footage has been used to conceal his condition. Intelligence sources have suggested that his physical transformation and propensity for violence during the war may be linked to steroid treatment for cancer.
An investigative report from April last year revealed that Putin is accompanied “constantly” by a doctor specializing in thyroid cancer. Surgeon Yevgeny Selivanov, associated with Moscow’s Central Clinical Hospital, purportedly visited Putin over 35 times in Sochi, a Black Sea resort. This doctor’s expertise lies in thyroid cancer, suggesting a focus on this specific ailment. Additionally, a neurosurgeon is reported to accompany Putin on his trips, particularly in Sochi, to address potential thyroid gland issues, including oncological concerns.
Public records also highlight Putin’s interest in thyroid cancer, with documented meetings with experts in the field in 2020.
