Travis Barker's June 2022 hospitalization has his fans wondering — what could have
caused the famous drummer's health scare? A change in diet?
A medical procedure gone wrong? Curious minds want to know, so keep watching to find out.
On June 28, fans of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker were sent into a frenzy
after TMZ reported that he was hospitalized. According to the news outlet, the acclaimed
musician was spotted being transported to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center via a stretcher,
with wife Kourtney Kardashian by his side. Barker's hospitalization was further
confirmed by his daughter Alabama, who took to Instagram to ask fans to "send prayers."
Hours before landing in the hospital, the Grammy-nominated artist uploaded a cryptic
tweet stating, "God Save Me," which raised initial alarms amongst his dedicated fan base. However,
after hours of speculation, the cause of Barker's hospitalization has finally been revealed.
According to a report from People, the Blink 182 star was taken to the hospital for pancreatitis.
In a statement to the publication, a source revealed that Barker was complaining of cramps
before being rushed to Cedar-Sinai Medical Center. Another source also revealed that
Barker and wife Kourtney Kardashian were worried about the drummer's symptoms.
In an additional report from TMZ, Barker's pancreatitis was allegedly caused by a recent
colonoscopy procedure. According to the Mayo Clinic, pancreatitis occurs when the pancreas,
which produces enzymes to aid with digestion and hormones,
becomes inflamed. While most mild cases improve over a span of a few days,
more serious cases can have lasting complications on an individual's health.
Many fans have been following the news regarding Travis Barker's health and subsequent
pancreatitis. According to a report from Entertainment Tonight, before being transported
to Cedar-Sinai Medical Center, Barker was feeling painful discomfort. A source told the outlet:
"Travis was sick and had intense pain in his abdomen,
and it really concerned him and Kourtney."
Barker's recent diagnosis isn't the first time he's had health issues. Back in 2018,
the Blink-182 drummer landed in the hospital after doctors found a staph infection and blood clots
in both arms. At the time, Barker and Blink-182 were in the middle of their residency at the Palms
Casino Resort in Las Vegas. Shortly after being released from the hospital, Barker told E! News:
"I am recovering, I have blood clots. I have,
I think, like 30 in my right hand and arm, and I have 10 in my left."
In an additional 2018 interview with Yahoo! Entertainment, the Grammy-nominated artist
opened up about his health scare and resilience to perform, explaining,
"I mean, I'm able to tour. I still am on blood-thinners because I have scarred veins
that are creating blood clots. But I'm touring, and I'm playing the drums every day, so I'm fine."
Although Travis Barker has endured a couple of health complications in recent years,
it still hasn't stopped him from making healthier life choices. According to a report by GQ,
the award-winning drummer has been a vegetarian since he was a teen. However,
it wasn't until 2008 that the acclaimed producer changed his diet from vegetarianism to veganism.
"I've been vegan for many years and vegetarian for even longer."
2008 was also the year Barker survived a deadly plane crash that left him with severe burns.
"You'll probably never play the drums again, you'll never run again.
Then the challenge was in my mind just to prove them wrong."
Before exploring his vegan lifestyle, Barker was forced to eat beef jerky while recovering.
And since he was already eating meat during his hospital stay,
the musician entertained the idea of continuing his carnivorous diet after his release.
However, in a later interview with the Associated Press, Barker described the idea as "terrible."
After trying out steak and other meat options,
Barker decided to fully put his step forward toward veganism — he's been dedicated to
the diet since. In an interview with Men's Journal, the Meet The Barkers star praised
the plant-based diet and revealed that he's more energized because of it. Barker told the outlet:
"Honestly, ever since I found this way of eating, I have endless amounts of energy. I can go all
day, and after it all, I never find myself getting tired. No matter what kind of shows I have done."
Being a vegan has also led Barker to an array of business opportunities,
including his recent partnership with Daring – a plant-based chicken brand.
The pop-punk star has also created his own vegan CBD company, Barker Wellness.
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