India, Jan. 1 -- US President Donald Trump has blamed aspirin for bruises on his hand even as he denied falling asleep while attending public meetings.

Trump, who at 79 is the oldest person to assume the US presidency, said his "health is perfect" and expressed frustration over scrutiny of his well-being.

Trump made the remarks in an interview with The Wall Street Journal while defending his health, which has come under renewed scrutiny in recent weeks. Reports have raised questions over bruising on his hands - at times appearing to be covered with makeup - as well as episodes of swollen ankles.

"Let's talk about health again for the 25th time," Trump said in the interview, adding, "My health is perfect."

While speaking on the bruisin...