White House physician Dr. Sean Barbabella announced Thursday that President Trump, 79, has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common leg vein condition affecting millions of Americans.
The diagnosis followed mild swelling in the president’s lower legs that prompted a comprehensive medical evaluation. The White House stressed that Trump remains in excellent overall health with no cardiac concerns, deep vein thrombosis, or arterial disease detected.
Dr. Barbabella conducted vascular ultrasound tests on both of Trump’s legs as part of the full check-up. Results confirmed chronic venous insufficiency, a condition where vein valves weaken over time.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt noted that Trump takes aspirin daily for heart health and reports no discomfort despite maintaining an active schedule. “This condition is normal for people over 70,” Leavitt said during the briefing.
An earlier physical in April 2025 also documented excellent health markers, with normal blood flow to his extremities.
Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when leg vein valves fail to function properly, allowing blood to pool in the lower legs instead of flowing back to the heart. Symptoms include swelling, aching, varicose veins, and easy bruising.
The Cleveland Clinic estimates up to 40% of Americans experience this condition, with higher rates among those over 50. Vascular surgeon Dr. Niten Singh explained that most cases remain mild with basic care and rarely develop serious complications when treated early.
Risk factors include prolonged standing or sitting, and the condition affects men and women across various age groups.
This story has been updated. CNN’s Health team contributed to this report.