President Donald Trump was back at the doctor this week, though the White House assured he was cleared of major health issues. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters about his unexpected physical exam during her briefing on Thursday, July 17, explaining that after the president noticed recent swelling in his legs, he got evaluated by the White House Medical Unit.
00:00I know that many in the media have been speculating about bruising on the president's hand and also swelling in the president's legs.
00:07So in the effort of transparency, the president wanted me to share a note from his physician with all of you today.
00:14In recent weeks, President Trump noted mild swelling in his lower legs.
00:18In keeping with routine medical care and out of an abundance of caution, this concern was thoroughly evaluated by the White House Medical Unit.
00:26The president underwent a comprehensive examination, including diagnostic vascular studies.
00:33Bilateral lower extremity venous Doppler ultrasounds were performed and revealed chronic venous insufficiency, a benign and common condition, particularly in individuals over the age of 70.
00:48Importantly, there was no evidence of deep vein thrombosis or arterial disease.
00:53Laboratory testing included a complete blood count, comprehensive metabolic panel, coagulation profile, D-dimer, B-type natriotic peptide, and cardiac biomarkers.
01:07All results were within normal limits.
01:10An echocardiogram was also performed and confirmed normal cardiac structure and function.
01:16No signs of heart failure, renal impairment, or systemic illness were identified.
01:21Additionally, recent photos of the president have shown minor bruising on the back of his hand.
01:27This is consistent with minor soft tissue irritation from frequent handshaking and the use of aspirin, which is taken as part of a standard cardiovascular prevention regimen.
01:38This is a well-known and benign side effect of aspirin therapy.
01:42And the president remains in excellent health.
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