Bulge on bottom of MBP

I have had my MBP since April its a W15. Recently I have been noticing a bulge developing underneath the machine, it is on the left hand side of the battery just next to the battery release mechinism and is very noticeable. Anyone else experianced such an issue? (by the way I will be phoneing Apple care in the morning)

Oh sorry, I thought you said the bulge was on the battery.
Definitely need to get on to AppleCare asap.
Might be an idea to take a pic so that you can email it to them.
Best of luck.

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