Overview

• On July 17, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt read a letter from Dr. Sean Barbabella confirming that President Trump has mild chronic venous insufficiency after noting swelling in his lower legs
• Bilateral Doppler ultrasounds, blood panels and an echocardiogram showed normal results and ruled out deep vein thrombosis, arterial disease and systemic illness
• Doctors have recommended conservative measures—compression stockings, leg elevation and regular exercise—to relieve symptoms and prevent progression
• The White House states that the diagnosis does not impair Trump’s ability to perform presidential duties and that his overall health remains good
• The disclosure follows speculation prompted by photos of Trump with swollen ankles and hand bruises at the July 13 Club World Cup final