Recently after shoveling away more than a
foot of snow, I have been having a slight
pulled feeling in lower left abdomen. Not
really pain, but more like a bothersome
dull ache. It started right after coming
inside and warming up from more than an
hour of shoveling. I was trying to take it
as easy as possible, but with the snow we
got, it was just not easy to do. I am
wondering if I pulled something, I have
not had any other symptoms from this, it
just hurts a bit to laugh hard. Bending
over does not hurt and also have has no
problems with eating, sickness, nauseas,
etc. Any suggestions would be greatly
appreciated. Thank You
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General Q and A Answer A3669 Posted: 02-19-08 08:05am
According to your description of a
“slight pulled feeling in lower left
abdomen” after shovelling some weight
without eating problems, sickness,
nauseas, etc it seems that you could be
experiencing some type of muscle extension
of the abdominal muscle (s). Muscle
extension is treated with rest and mild
painkillers if you can’t stand the pain.
A warm bath is also very useful. If muscle
rupture has occurred, pain will be more
severe and recovery much longer. You can
consult your GP about this for more advice
and to seek a preliminary diagnosis.
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