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US President-elect Donald Trump puts his hand on Vice President-elect J.D. Vance's knee as they attend their inauguration ceremonies in the Rotunda of the US Capitol on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.
How is it treated and how serious is it?
Donald Trump has been diagnosed with a leg vein condition called chronic venous insufficiency, the White House told reporters on Thursday. It comes days after photos showed the president’s legs swollen at the Club World Cup soccer final in New Jersey last weekend.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the condition was “benign and common.” She said Trump, 79, saw a doctor after he noticed the swelling.
The photos of his legs caused speculation about his health, in addition to photos of his hand covered in concealer. Leavitt said the concealer hid minor bruising.
"The president underwent a comprehensive examination, including diagnostic vascular studies. Bilateral lower extremity venous Doppler ultrasounds were performed, and reformed chronic venous insufficiency, a benign and common condition, particularly in individuals over the age of 70," the press secretary said. She added that there was no evidence of blood clots.
But what is chronic venous insufficiency, how is it treated, and how serious is it actually?
Chronic Venous Insufficiency is a disease of the veins that occurs when they are damaged. The damage causes blood not to flow properly back to the heart — blood then pools in the legs.
It's a common condition for older people and for those who tend to sit or stand for long periods.
Pretty common. The condition affects about 1 in 20 adults, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
There are several treatments for CVI, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. These include: medicines to help blood flow, endovenous laser ablation or radiofrequency ablation (a procedure that closes a vein, reducing blood from pooling), compression stockings, regular exercise, or surgery.
“Chronic Venous Insufficiency can significantly impact your quality of life, but early detection and treatment can make a substantial difference,” Joshua A. Bechman, the chair of the American Heart Association’s Vascular Health Advisory Committee and Scientific Council on Peripheral Vascular Disease, according to Al Jazeera.
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