WASHINGTON — President Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition affecting blood circulation, following reports of mild swelling in his lower legs. The announcement was made by White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday, addressing growing speculation about the president's health.

Leavitt explained that the swelling prompted a thorough evaluation by the White House medical unit. "In recent weeks, President Trump noted mild swelling in his lower legs, in keeping with routine medical care, and out of an abundance of caution, this concern was thoroughly evaluated," she stated.

The evaluation included comprehensive diagnostic tests, such as bilateral lower extremity venous Doppler ultrasounds, which confirmed the diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency. Leavitt emphasized that this condition is common, particularly among individuals over the age of 70.

In addition to the swelling, Leavitt addressed concerns regarding recent bruising observed on Trump's hands. She clarified that the bruising is consistent with "minor soft tissue irritation from frequent handshaking and the use of aspirin," which the president takes as part of a standard cardiovascular prevention regimen.

"Importantly, there was no evidence of deep vein thrombosis or arterial disease," Leavitt noted. She also mentioned that an echocardiogram showed normal cardiac structure and function, with no signs of heart failure or systemic illness.

While the specifics of Trump's treatment for chronic venous insufficiency were not disclosed, Leavitt reassured the public about the president's overall health. "The president remains in excellent health, which I think all of you witness on a daily basis here," she concluded.