Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a blood clotting issue, but there is no evidence of deep vein thrombosis or arterial disease. Meanwhile, a new poll in the New York City mayoral race paints a picture of the candidates with the worst approval ratings.
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00:00:11.360President Trump's House Press Secretary, Caroline Leavitt, announced that President Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency,
00:00:20.580a blood circulation issue, after noticing a mild swelling in his lower legs.
00:00:26.300She put out a statement saying, in recent weeks, President Trump noted mild swelling in his lower legs in keeping with routine medical care.
00:00:33.840And out of an abundance of caution, this concern was thoroughly evaluated by the White House Medical Unit.
00:00:38.780The president underwent a comprehensive examination, including diagnostic vascular studies, bilateral lower extremity,
00:00:46.500venous Doppler ultrasounds were performed and revealed chronic venous insufficiency,
00:00:51.900a very common condition, particularly in individuals over the age of 70.
00:00:56.300However, she added, there was no evidence of deep vein thrombosis or arterial disease.
00:01:02.700An electrocardiogram also performed a confirmed normal cardiac structure and function.
00:01:08.000No signs of heart failure, renal impairment, or systemic illnesses were identified.