After photos circulated recently of President Donald Trump’s apparently swollen legs and bruised hand, doctors are speaking about potential causes and concerns.In an "effort of transparency" on Thursday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shared a note from Trump’s physician after he underwent a "comprehensive examination" by the White House Medical Unit.During a press briefing, Leavitt stated that Trump’s swollen legs were part of a "benign and common condition" called "chronic venous insufficiency" that can affect older individuals. (The president is 79.)TRUMP'S STAMINA IMPRESSES THE EXPERTS"Importantly, there was no evidence of deep vein thrombosis or arterial disease," she said.Leavitt attributed the bruising on the president’s hand to "frequent handshaking and the use of aspirin.""This 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," she said. "This is a well-known and benign side effect of… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
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