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Spontaneous Pneumomediastinum in an Adolescent with Muscle Dysmorphia

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Case report reveals pneumomediastinum in a 16-year-old with muscle dysmorphia, highlighting risks of excessive exercise and dietary restrictions.

The case illustrates that pneumomediastinum can occur due to muscle dysmorphia, especially during weightlifting.
The adolescent, aged 16, experienced sudden chest pain, leading to the diagnosis of pneumomediastinum.
The report emphasizes the importance of recognizing rare complications like pneumomediastinum in adolescents with muscle dysmorphia.
Increased intrathoracic pressure from exercise and poor dietary practices contributed to the condition.

Kahya et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Case report reveals pneumomediastinum in a 16-year-old with muscle dysmorphia, highlighting risks of excessive exercise and dietary restrictions.