The White House announced on Thursday that former President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, following concerns over swelling in his legs.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that Trump, 79, underwent vascular diagnostic testing and ultrasound examinations of his legs, which revealed the condition — a circulatory disorder that affects about 1 in 20 adults. Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when blood flow from the legs back to the heart is impaired, usually due to damaged valves in the veins.
Leavitt emphasized that Trump does not show signs of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or arterial disease, which are potential complications of the condition. Laboratory tests and an echocardiogram also returned normal, showing no signs of heart failure, kidney damage, or systemic illness.
Additionally, bruising observed on the president’s hand was attributed to handshaking and the use of aspirin, which is part of his cardiac care routine.
The Press Secretary assured the public that Trump remains in good overall health and has no current health concerns.
