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Barbell Medicine Podcast

Episode #284: When Going To The Gym Goes Wrong (#2)

Apr 2, 2024
Dr. Baraki and Dr. Feigenbaum discuss cases of hospitalization post-gym. They explore exercise-induced medical cases, abnormal lab results, and diagnosing conditions like reversible posterior encephalopathy syndrome. The episode emphasizes the importance of patient checkups, interpreting lab tests accurately, and monitoring blood pressure for accurate diagnoses.
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Quick takeaways

  • Gym-related injuries can lead to serious medical conditions like spontaneous pneumothorax requiring immediate intervention.
  • Anabolic substance use, such as SARMs, can result in adverse effects on physiological parameters necessitating monitoring and cessation of the substances.

Deep dives

Case Presentation and Initial Assessment

A 30-year-old male presented with chest pain and shortness of breath after bench pressing, leading to suspicion of a collapsed lung. Further examination revealed decreased breath sounds and an unremarkable EKG, prompting consideration for a pneumothorax. Initial imaging confirmed a left apical primary spontaneous pneumothorax necessitating a chest tube for management.

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