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I flexed my leg this afternoon, and felt a small cramp near my adductors. now it hurts a little when i walk and feels like it's spreading.

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Strain: The muscle probably sustained a strain with some microtears leading to release of inflammatory substances. Apply cold compresses and,if you can take them, nsaids like ibuprofen to combat inflammation. Of course you have to rest your leg and these injuries heal in about a week.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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