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What Causes Protruding Muscles In The Stomach?
I have a muscle in my stomach which protrudes like a fist after physical exertion, I have had this scanned and nothing has shown up but there must be something causing this. It has happened x3 times in the last 12months each time when I have been running distances from 20 -26 miles.
Thu, 5 Sep 2019
Hello,
If the ultrasound examinations of the tummy do not identify any hernia or local mass in the are that you notice the "protrusion" then it is unlikely there is anything worrisome causing it.
Because this protrusion happens after you run long distances, and is not there all the time, very likely it is due to muscle spasms or contractions and this is nothing to worry about.
I hope this answers your query.
I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
If the ultrasound examinations of the tummy do not identify any hernia or local mass in the are that you notice the "protrusion" then it is unlikely there is anything worrisome causing it.
Because this protrusion happens after you run long distances, and is not there all the time, very likely it is due to muscle spasms or contractions and this is nothing to worry about.
I hope this answers your query.
I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
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