BREAKING: Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Announces President Trump’s Latest Health Update
Leg swelling confirmed after comprehensive exam; White House declares condition “benign and common”
Public speculation about President Donald Trump’s visibly swollen legs and bruised hands has now been validated by an official statement from the White House.
On July 17, 2025, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt read a memo from the President’s physician, Sean Barbabella, stating that Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) — a vein condition common in adults over the age of 70.
🩺 What the White House Says
According to the memo read by Leavitt, the President “underwent a comprehensive examination, including diagnostic vascular studies.”
Bilateral lower extremity Doppler ultrasounds revealed CVI, while tests found no evidence of deep vein thrombosis, arterial disease, heart failure, renal impairment or systemic illness.
Trump’s laboratory results and echocardiogram were reported “within normal limits.” Leavitt emphasized the diagnosis is a “benign and common condition, particularly in individuals over the age of 70.”
✅ What is Chronic Venous Insufficiency?
According to the Cleveland Clinic and other medical experts:
CVI occurs when the valves in the leg veins weaken or fail, causing blood to pool in the legs instead of returning efficiently to the heart.
It affects approximately 1 in 20 adults.
Symptoms may include swelling in the lower legs, aching or heavy legs, skin discoloration, and in advanced cases, ulcers.
Treatment often includes walking or exercise, elevating legs when seated, wearing compression stockings, and in some cases, minor procedures.
💬 Expert Commentary
Medical specialists described the diagnosis as unsurprising for Trump’s age and risk profile. Jeremy Faust, assistant professor of emergency medicine at Harvard Medical School, said:
“This is a pretty normal part of aging, especially for someone in the overweight category.
The bigger issue is ensuring symptoms like this get evaluated for serious conditions — and that is what occurred.”
🌐 Why It Matters
This health update is significant for a number of reasons:
It responds to widespread online speculation triggered by photos showing Trump’s swollen ankles and bruised hand.
It marks one of the rare times the White House has publicly addressed health concerns in detail.
The diagnosis comes five months after Trump’s annual physical exam in April 2025, which found him “fully fit.”
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While CVI is not life-threatening by itself, it signals the importance of ongoing health monitoring for anyone, especially high-profile individuals with demanding schedules.
🧠 The Takeaway
President Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency after exhibiting mild swelling in his lower legs.
The condition is common, especially in older adults, and tests ruled out more serious vascular or cardiac conditions. The White House says he is in “excellent health” and resuming regular duties.
This announcement underlines the role of health transparency for public figures and reminds us that even seemingly minor issues can prompt full medical evaluations.
While Trump’s condition may not be alarming, it serves as an example of how wellness and vigilance remain important — no matter one’s position or age.
