An unusual cause of chest pain in army trainee - spontaneous pneumomediastinum
Lee, S.S.
Medical Journal of Malaysia 71(1): 30-31
2016
ISSN/ISBN: 0300-5283 PMID: 27130742 Document Number: 688535
This is a case report of spontaneous pneumomediastinum that occurred in a 19-year-old army trainee during his 2.4km run. Spontaneous pneumomediastinum is a rare disorder. It is usually precipitated by activities related to Valsalva manoeuvres such as strenuous physical activities, retching and vomiting. Treatment is expectant and the disorder usually resolves spontaneously within a few days. However, one must be aware of the disorder so that additional advice such as avoiding activities that involve Valsalva manoeuvres can be given.