India, July 18 -- The White House on Thursday said President Donald Trump is suffering from a chronic vein condition amid speculation over his health after photographs emerged showing bruising in his hand.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the President had mild swellings in his lower legs in recent weeks.

"In keeping with routine medical care and out of an abundance of caution, this concern was thoroughly evaluated by the White House Medical Unit," she said.

The statement said Trump underwent a comprehensive examination, including diagnostic vascular studies.

"The president underwent a comprehensive examination, including diagnostic vascular studies, bilateral lower extremity intravenous doppler ultrasounds were perfo...