Trump, legs and medical testing
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Trump's condition is "benign and common", particularly in individuals over the age of 70, according to a note from White House physician, Captain Sean Barbabella, released to reporters. Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when leg veins don't allow blood to flow back up to the heart, causing it to pool in the lower limbs.
Trump, 79, underwent medical tests to examine leg swelling and bruising on his right hand. Both conditions have been visible in recent photographs.
The White House announced on Thursday that President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency.
On July 17, the White House announced that President Donald Trump was diagnosed with a condition called chronic venous insufficiency after he noticed swelling in his legs.According to Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt,
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Everyday Health on MSNTrump Was Just Diagnosed With Chronic Venous Insufficiency — What Is It?This vein condition is common in adults over 70. While it can cause uncomfortable swelling, it isn’t life-threatening with proper treatment.
The White House released a memo from Trump's physician on Thursday which revealed the president was diagnosed with CVI after he noticed swelling in his legs.
President Donald Trump was recently diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency. This is a common condition that occurs when leg veins have trouble sending blood to the heart. Dr. Hazem El-Arousy, a vascular surgeon with Orlando Health, addressed what that means for the president’s day-to-day life.
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Tuko News on MSNDonald Trump undergoes scan after leg swelling, diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiencyUS President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency. The US president underwent tests after recent swelling on his legs.
Dr. Majdi Ashchi, a renowned heart and vascular expert with Ashchi Heart and Vascular Center, joined us on The Morning Show to answer your questions about "chronic venous insufficiency."
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