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Sock marks on the legs are usually harmless and common after long days, but if lines are asymmetric, worsen over time, or come with leg swelling, fatigue, or shortness of breath, they could signal health issues like venous problems, kidney disease, or heart failure—consult a doctor. To reduce marks, elevate legs, stay hydrated, watch salt intake, and wear comfortable or compression socks.
President Donald Trump was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common, non-life-threatening condition in older adults where damaged leg veins cause blood to pool, leading to swelling and skin discoloration. The condition is often linked to factors like age and overweight status, and can be managed with measures such as compression stockings and leg elevation.
President Donald Trump underwent vascular testing due to mild leg swelling, which revealed benign chronic venous insufficiency with all results within normal limits, and he remains in excellent health according to White House reports.