US president Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency following leg swelling
Published on July 18, 2025 at 10:30 AM by Edgar Naitha
U.S. President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a benign vein condition, following complaints of leg swelling.
The diagnosis was confirmed by the presidential physician and announced by Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday, July 17.
Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when leg veins fail to circulate blood properly, leading to symptoms such as swelling, cramping, or varicose veins.
Leavitt emphasized that the condition is common and not considered serious.
She also addressed recent speculation about bruising on Trump’s hand, attributing it to frequent handshaking and the use of aspirin.
Trump’s lab results, echocardiogram, and other tests showed no signs of deep vein thrombosis, heart failure, or other systemic illness.
Medical experts, including Dr. Jeremy Faust from Harvard Medical School, noted that the condition is typical with age and more common in individuals who are overweight.
The president is reportedly experiencing no discomfort, and further treatment details will be outlined in an upcoming letter from his physician.
