Trump’s Health Diagnosis: 5 Things to Know About Chronic Venous Insufficiency

President Donald Trump was diagnosed with a condition called chronic venous insufficiency, a fairly common health condition among older adults, the White House has confirmed. A memorandum released by the White House on Thursday confirmed the diagnosis, noting that Trump had reported “mild swelling in his lower legs,” which was later evaluated by the White House Medical Unit. Also Thursday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters that the condition is “benign and common” and occurs often in “individuals over the age of 70.” Trump turned 79 in June. Chronic Venous Insufficiency Is Common Chronic venous insufficiency, sometimes called CVI, takes place when an individual’s leg veins become damaged, which then restricts circulation and causes blood to pool up in the legs, the Cleveland Clinic says on its website about the health condition....