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When i do leg presses with heavy weight i sometimes feel a burn at the bottom of my abdomen near the left pubic area. like a sharp burn (like heat). ?

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Get it checked: This could indicate just a muscle strain or it could be an inguinal hernia especially if you hold your breath while pressing. A doctor can tell the difference.

Answered 2/8/2017

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Dr. Tracy Berg answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Could be a tear: Iif this pain or sensation occurs only with heavy weights you might be tearing something. I recommend you decrease or stop this particular activity for at least two weeks and then slowly resume. If the pain returns at a lower weight, after resting for two weeks, you might have developed a hernia. Good luck. Okay to use over the counter anti-inflammatories, like motrin.

Answered 10/17/2012

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