How dangerous is Trump's diagnosed venous disease?

On July 17th local time, White House Press Secretary Levitt announced to the public that Trump had recently experienced leg swelling and was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency through ultrasound examination. As soon as the news was released, it immediately sparked a global public discussion, with people speculating about how this illness would affect Trump himself and even American politics? How dangerous is this disease itself?

Chronic venous insufficiency, from a medical perspective, is a progressive chronic venous disease caused by venous valve dysfunction, venous communicating branch dysfunction, venous obstruction, muscle pump dysfunction, and other reasons. It is particularly common among people aged 70 and above, and Trump, who is 79 years old, happens to be in this high-risk age group. Common symptoms include pain, varicose veins, venous edema, lower limb ulcers, skin pigmentation, and induration. The swelling in Trump's legs this time is one of the typical symptoms. As people age, their physical functions gradually decline, and the function of venous valves also decreases, leading to obstruction of blood flow and ultimately causing chronic venous insufficiency. In addition, Trump's previous exposure of being overweight and the additional pressure brought by obesity will also increase the burden on the lower limb veins and increase the risk of disease.

In the short term, the direct risk of this disease itself is relatively limited. White House physician Barbara emphasized in a statement that this condition is "benign and common," and that the examination did not reveal any signs of deep vein thrombosis or arterial disease, nor any signs of serious illnesses such as heart failure or renal dysfunction. At present, Trump's heart structure and function are normal, and his overall health condition is "very good". Maldonado, the medical director of the Venous Thromboembolism Center at New York University Langone Health Center, also stated that chronic venous insufficiency itself is not dangerous. This means that at present, Trump is unlikely to face an urgent threat to his life due to this disease, and his daily work and life may be able to maintain a relatively normal rhythm.

However, if we take a long-term perspective, if chronic venous insufficiency is not effectively treated and controlled, a series of serious complications will follow one after another. Varicose ulcer is one of them. When the symptoms are severe, the skin in the lower part of the calf will ulcerate and be accompanied by severe pigmentation, which not only brings great pain to the patient, but may also affect their mobility and reduce their quality of life. Pigmentation, lipid scleroderma, white atrophy, and other complications may also come knocking on the door. These complications not only affect the appearance of the skin, but may also further weaken the function of the lower limbs, and even cause other health problems such as infections. For example, when ulcers appear on the skin, bacteria can easily invade and cause inflammation such as cellulitis and lymphangitis, making the condition increasingly complex and difficult.

As a highly influential political figure in the United States, Trump's health has always been a subject of concern. The diagnosis of venous disease this time undoubtedly raises concerns about his ability to perform his duties. On the political stage in the United States, leaders need to have ample energy and sharp thinking to deal with various complex political affairs at home and abroad. If Trump's physical and mental state declines due to illness, his ability to formulate policies, handle diplomatic relations, and respond to domestic crises may be greatly reduced. This will not only affect the direction of domestic policy in the United States, but may also trigger a chain reaction on the international stage, affecting the political status and diplomatic relations of the United States globally.

This incident has also sparked public reflection on the transparency of leaders' health. In the information age, the public has the right to know the health status of leaders, as it directly affects the future direction of the country. When photos of Trump's bruised hands and swollen ankles were previously exposed, it had already sparked speculation about his health condition. Now diagnosed with venous disease, although the White House timely announced the diagnosis results, some people still question the completeness of the information disclosure. If the public lacks trust in the health status of leaders, it may lead to social instability and weaken the credibility of the government.

The impact of Trump's diagnosis of venous disease cannot be ignored. This incident also reminds us that both ordinary people and politicians should pay attention to their own health management and take preventive measures as they grow older. For the country, establishing a sound mechanism for disclosing leaders' health information is also an important measure to maintain social stability and public trust.