Macbook pro retina hot while sleep/charging

I know there are a lot of posts about the rMBP getting hot, but I tried searching but couldnt find an answer specifically to my question.
my rMBP 15" runs fine, but i've just recently noticed that it can get really hot when i put it to sleep/close the screen and leave it charging. - it seems to be hottest on the underside on each side
As soon as i re open it fans turn on and it cools down within a few minutes.
Is this just a result of the batteries charging up quickly? and is it normal?

jksgoh wrote:
That link didn't help at all.
the links in that link doesn't go anywhere either - just seems to default to the apple support home page.
And my question is specific to the retina macbook pro.
I have notified the author of the "user tip" article.  Thank you for bringing this to my attention.
Anyone else got any advice on this?
If you are so concerend and you have Apple Care or are still under warranty, call tech support to take full advantage of your warranty before it runs out.  Make sure you get a case number. 
Otherwise, take the computer to an Apple store or an AASP.  Whichever is more convenient for you.  Diagnostic testing is free!

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