Trump suffers from “venous insufficiency,” a “rare confession” about the president’s health
The White House press secretary revealed on Thursday, July 17, that Donald Trump suffers from "chronic venous insufficiency," characterized by swelling in the legs. A "benign and common condition," in her words. The press emphasized that this transparency about his health is a first for the president, who has always sought to "convey an image of vigor."
“I know many in the media have been asking about bruises on the President’s hand and swelling in his legs. In the interest of transparency, the President has asked me to share with you today a note from his personal physician.” On Thursday, July 17, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt made a notable statement to the press regarding Donald Trump’s health.
After swelling in the lower legs of the US president, visible in photographs of his recent public outings, was discovered, the diagnosis was chronic venous insufficiency. This accumulation of blood in the feet and ankles occurs when the veins are no longer able to properly transport it to the heart. The swelling can cause pain, severe tingling, and varicose veins. In the most severe cases, patients can suffer from venous ulcers. Karoline Leavitt clarified that this is a “benign and common condition, especially in people over 70 years old.”
Regarding the bruises on the back of her right hand, the White House spokeswoman described it as “minor irritation” of the skin caused by “handshakes.”
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