WASHINGTON – The White House announced on Thursday that President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous deficiency.

This condition is considered “benign and normal” for individuals over 70, according to US Navy Colonel Sean Barbabera, who serves as the president’s doctor.

At 79, the president underwent a “comprehensive test including diagnostic vascular studies” after he noticed mild swelling in his lower legs, as noted in the memo.

This issue arises when the veins in the legs have difficulty returning blood to the heart, as explained by Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Barbabera indicated in the memo that there was “no evidence of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or arterial disease,” and the lab test results were “within normal range.” Additionally, Trump underwent an echocardiogram, which showed “no signs of heart failure, kidney damage, or systemic disease.”

Barbabera also commented on a recent photo that showed a small bruise on the back of the president’s hand, noting, “This is consistent with minor soft tissue stimulation from frequent manual work and the use of aspirin, which is part of standard cardiovascular preventive resistance.”

“President Trump remains healthy,” stated Barbabera, although he didn’t go into details about any potential treatment.

During a briefing, White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt, who read the doctor’s notes, mentioned that the mild swelling in Trump’s legs hasn’t caused him any discomfort.

“There’s absolutely no discomfort from the president. Perhaps on a daily basis, you’ll see him working 24 hours a day,” she added.