Summary
US President Donald Trump has a condition called chronic venous insufficiency, where veins in the legs do not send blood back to the heart properly, causing swelling. The White House confirmed this after photos showed bruises on Trump's hand, linked to a combination of frequent handshaking and taking aspirin.
Key Facts
- President Trump has a condition called chronic venous insufficiency.
- This condition causes blood to pool in the legs, leading to swelling.
- The White House announced this after people noticed bruises on Trump's hand.
- The bruised hand is caused by tissue damage from frequent handshaking and taking aspirin.
- Aspirin is part of a heart health routine that Trump follows.
- Trump had a detailed medical exam, including tests focused on blood flow.
- Trump is 79 years old and has claimed good health.
