Trump Diagnosed With Vein Condition Causing Leg Swelling
79-year-old U.S president underwent vascular tests after leg swelling
- Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency
- Leg swelling prompted vascular tests; hand bruising linked to aspirin and handshakes
- The condition impairs blood flow from legs to the heart
U.S. President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a vein condition that causes blood to pool in the legs and leads to swelling, the White House confirmed on Thursday.
The announcement follows public speculation sparked by images of Trump showing visible bruising on his hand. According to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, the 79-year-old recently experienced leg swelling and underwent a full medical evaluation, including vascular tests.
Leavitt explained that the bruising on Trump’s hand is due to minor tissue damage from frequent handshaking, compounded by his use of aspirin — part of his standard cardiovascular health regimen.
Trump, who has often spoken of his robust health and once claimed to be “the healthiest president that’s ever lived,” is reportedly in stable condition.
Medical experts say chronic venous insufficiency occurs when leg veins and their valves fail to properly pump blood back to the heart, causing it to flow backward and collect in the lower limbs. The condition can lead to discomfort, swelling, and visible skin changes.
Dr. Meryl Logan, a vascular surgery specialist, noted that since blood must travel upward against gravity, weak or damaged valves can make circulation more difficult — the core issue in Trump’s diagnosis.
