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Is Donald Trump's health condition serious?

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Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a benign and common condition for his age. Medical evaluations ruled out serious conditions like deep vein thrombosis or heart failure. His health is not considered serious or alarming.

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Harvard doctor explains Trump diagnosis as ‘benign condition’

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  • President Trump was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common condition in older adults. 11s
  • The condition involves slowed blood return to the heart, often causing swelling or varicose veins. 23s
  • Chronic venous insufficiency is more likely in individuals who are overweight or obese. 48s
  • Trump was evaluated for more serious conditions like deep vein thrombosis, but no blood clots were found. 1m 5s
  • The doctor described the diagnosis as benign and not alarming for someone of Trump’s age.
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Harvard doctor explains Trump diagnosis as ‘benign condition’

Dr. Jeremy Faust says Trump's chronic venous insufficiency diagnosis is not alarming and is normal for someone of his age and weight.

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