Trump undergoes medical exam for swelling in legs, hand bruising
Share this @internewscast.com


President Trump underwent medical testing for “mild swelling” in his legs and bruising on his hand, which revealed a vein condition that is common in people over the age of 70, the White House said Thursday.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared a note from Trump’s physician during a press briefing that detailed the exam. Trump underwent ultrasounds and a “comprehensive exam” that included a diagnostic vascular study.

The exam found Trump, 79, has chronic venous insufficiency. The condition happens when an individual’s leg veins struggle to pump blood back to the heart, causing blood to pool, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

Leavitt said there was no evidence of deep vein thrombosis a type of blood clot or arterial disease, which can include blockages.

Recent photos also revealed bruising on the back of one of the president’s hands. Trump’s physician said the markings were “consistent with minor soft tissue damage from frequent handshaking” and with regular aspirin use.

Leavitt told reporters Trump is not experiencing any discomfort.

“As for the treatments, I can defer to the president’s physician,” Leavitt added.

The White House later released a memo from White House physician Sean Barbabella detailing the president’s exam and confirming what Leavitt had relayed from the podium.

Barbabella noted the president’s medical team performed an echocardiogram, which showed “normal cardiac structure and function.”

“No signs of heart failure, renal impairment, or systemic illness were identified,” the doctor wrote.

The note concluded with a summary stating Trump “remains in excellent health.”

Trump had his annual physical exam in April, after which his physician wrote a memo stating the president was in “excellent health.”

“President Trump exhibits excellent cognitive and physical health and is fully fit to execute the duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State,” Barbabella wrote at the time, adding that Trump’s heart function was “normal.”

Trump will be 82 when he leaves office, which would make him the oldest president in history at the end of his term.

Updated at 3:59 p.m. EDT

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Rubio Visits Caribbean to Strengthen US Ties Amid Venezuela and Iran Challenges

WASHINGTON – This week, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to…

Massive Meth Bust: TBI Nabs Major Distributor with 8-Pound Haul

In Greene County, Tennessee, a coordinated investigation involving multiple agencies has culminated…

Heightened Fire Risk Develops Across Central Florida as Drought Conditions Intensify

ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida is bracing for the onset of a severe…

16-Year-Old Apprehended in Connection with Gang-Related Shooting Injuring Four Juveniles in Parramore

ORLANDO, Fla. – In a significant development, Orlando police announced on Monday…

Hegseth and Anthropic CEO to Convene Amid Escalating Debate on Military AI Utilization

In a significant development in the intersection of technology and defense, U.S.…

Unraveling the ‘Goldilocks’ Conditions Behind the Northeast’s Epic Blizzard Snowfall

WASHINGTON – A powerful nor’easter has pummeled the Northeast, dumping nearly three…

Thief Nabbed in Flood Relief Heist: Copper Wire Stolen from Flag Pond Storage

A man from Chuckey was taken into custody on Sunday night following…

Supreme Court Ruling on Trump’s Tariffs Introduces Uncertainty, Yet Markets Remain Stable

BANGKOK – In a significant legal development, the U.S. Supreme Court has…