Trump diagnosed with venous insufficiency, but not serious health problem
In a news conference Thursday, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Trump was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency. Leavitt said he underwent a comprehensive examination after noticing swelling in his lower legs in recent weeks.
She said the condition is common in individuals over the age of 70. Trump turned 79 in June.
Leavitt also said Trump's bruises on the back of his hand was caused by frequent handshaking, and the use of aspirin, which he takes for prevention against cardiovascular disease.
She said the exam results showed "no signs of heart failure, renal impairment or systemic illness."
Leavitt also released the physician's memorandum of the diagnosis. She said, "The President remains in excellent health, which I think all of you witness on a daily basis here." She stressed that Trump wanted to release the memorandum "in the effort of transparency."
Former US President Joe Biden, who was 78 when he was sworn in, announced in May that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, which had spread to his bones. But Trump questioned the timing of the announcement as it was made after Biden had already left office.
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