The President of the United States, Donald Trump, suffers from chronic venous insufficiency. The observation was announced this Thursday by the spokesperson for the House-Karoline Leavitt. The diagnosis was made after recent examinations. Indeed, swelling of the president’s ankles was observed, which launched the investigations on his health.
A well -known venous affection
Chronic venous insufficiency is a frequent condition in people over 70 years of age. It is common and generally benign. In the case of Donald Trump, it was a bilateral Doppler ultrasound that made it possible to make the diagnosis. But also to exclude any other serious pathology such as deep venous thrombosis or arterial disease.
“”Venous insufficiency is a weakness of the veins that struggle to return blood to the heart, causing stagnation of blood in the legs“Details Dr. Gérald Kierzek, emergency doctor.”Typical symptoms include heavy and swollen legs, visible or dilated varicose veins, itching or night cramps. In advanced cases, venous ulcers can be observed or phlebitis“He adds.
The main causes include:
- Age, which weakens the elasticity of the venous walls;
- Genetic factors;
- A prolonged standing position;
- A sedentary lifestyle;
- As well as overweight or history of thrombosis.
In the case of Donald Trump, elderly, frequently standing during speeches or meetings, with a high body mass index, these factors seem together.
Recommended treatments and probable adaptations for Trump
The initial approach consists of basic treatments, which Dr. Kierzek clearly describes. “”Basic treatments are the compression stockings (class 2 or 3), which improve venous return as well as veinotonics, type Daflon or Ginkor strong, to reduce inflammation “.
The doctor also recommends changing his lifestyle. “”The elevation of the legs, regular steps to activate the “muscle pump” are advised “. And on the contrary, it is essential to avoid heat, in the hammam, or by a hair removal with hot wax, for example.
For Donald Trump, this probably involves wearing compression stockings under his costume and seated breaks during prolonged speeches, in order to avoid stagnation of blood in the legs.
Despite visible signs in the American president, the spokesperson confirmed that he does not feel any pain and maintains an excellent general state of health.
Possible risks if no rigorous management is implemented
However, in the long term and without appropriate phlebological follow -up, complications may occur.
This is why Dr. Kierzek believes that invasive treatments may be necessary. “”Sclerotherapy, an injection to “close” varicose veins, can be considered, just like an endovenous or stripping laser, an intervention which consists in the removal of the sick veins “
In the case of Trump, not to take care of your venous insufficiency could lead to a deep venous thrombosis, with a risk of pulmonary embolism. In the longer term, chronic venous hypertension could cause ulcers that are difficult to heal and dermatosclerosis, hardened and inflammmed skin.
“”For the moment, there is no immediate danger. Its tests have not shown no serious pathology, but it is important to set up regular follow -up to deal with the natural evolution of the disease, which can be complicated after 80 years “ concludes the doctor. There is no doubt that the American president will be closely followed, to avoid any potential complications for his health.