President Trump Diagnosed with Chronic Venous Insufficiency

The White House has announced that President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition affecting blood circulation, after observing mild swelling in his lower legs.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt explained that the diagnosis was made following thorough medical evaluations, including diagnostic vascular studies and ultrasounds, which confirmed the condition. This is a common ailment, especially among individuals over 70, and showed no signs of serious issues like blood clots, arterial disease, or heart failure. An echocardiogram also indicated normal heart function.

Leavitt emphasized that the president remains in excellent health, noting that the swelling is routine and was evaluated with caution. She also mentioned that recent photos showed minor bruising on Trump’s hands, which she attributed to minor soft tissue irritation caused by frequent handshaking and aspirin use, a preventive measure for heart health.

Swelling in the ankles was also observed in photos, but officials clarified that these symptoms are benign and part of routine medical care. The specifics of his treatment for the venous insufficiency have not been disclosed yet.