Groin area, Family Medicine FAQ

A lump or hard mass appears after an impact to the groin area? Last week, while riding my bicycle, the brakes failed, and I accelerated downhill, crashing into an iron gate. I experienced immediate and intense pain in my groin area, which made it nearly impossible to move. When t...

Groin issues Hello Doctor: One night I woke up and felt pain in my right groin area (it should be the groin, extending slightly upwards from the genital area towards the bladder). The pain comes and goes in a persistent manner. I would like to know what the possible issue could b...

Pain in the lower right quadrant near the navel, accompanied by inner thigh pain? Since around the end of February this year, I have been experiencing pain in the lower right side near my navel. The pain feels like nerve pain and is accompanied by discomfort in the inner thigh on...

Muscle pain Last night, I suddenly experienced muscle cramps in my groin area. Prior to this, I had several episodes of thigh muscle cramps, occurring quite frequently, about every two to three minutes, but they resolved on their own afterward. I'm unsure of the cause; could...

Left lower abdominal pain? Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with endometrial polyps and underwent surgery at the end of November 2021 due to abnormal menstrual bleeding (I forgot the exact location of the polyps). After that, I experienced irregular pain in the left vulvar area, whi...

Groin issues Hello Doctor: Recently, for the past two weeks, I have been experiencing sudden pain in my right groin extending to my right buttock, without any known cause such as a fall or collision. The pain feels similar to a muscle strain or a pulled ligament. I consulted an o...

Folliculitis has caused tenderness in the groin area, but the wound has healed, and there is still tenderness in the groin? On the evening of November 9th, I discovered a large pimple-like bump on the left labia majora near the clitoris while taking a shower. I wanted to squeeze ...

If you are experiencing discomfort in the groin area, you should consult a specialist in urology or a general surgeon? Hello Dr. Hsiao, 1. Three months ago, I started feeling a warm sensation in my left groin, and over the past month, the discomfort has become more pronounced wh...

Pediatric issues If a young boy is experiencing a cold sensation on both sides of his groin area, it may be due to a variety of factors. This could include issues related to circulation, nerve sensitivity, or even temperature regulation in that specific area. It's important ...

Is it a symptom of HIV? On September 4th, I noticed many red rashes on my body that initially itched. When I scratched them, they appeared more prominently. The next night, one or two new bumps developed, with two of them forming raised blisters in the groin area and on my arm, w...

Low immunity or allergies? Hello, doctor. I am feeling quite troubled and worried because I have many symptoms that appeared almost simultaneously. I attribute this to fatigue (I just finished a week-long autumn trip and drove for 9 hours to get home), which may have lowered my i...

Abdominal issues? Hello, doctor. In the past year, I've been preparing for exams and have noticed some health issues, but I'm unsure which specialist to see. I've been experiencing intermittent pain near the lower right groin area, which is not constant but occurs ...

Could you please provide more details or specify your question? 1. In the past 2-3 years, my menstrual cycle has not been as regular as it used to be, occurring every 30-40 days. Now, it comes approximately every 2-3 months. I have seen a gynecologist who conducted blood tests fo...

There is a hard lump in the groin area? If you have a movable, painless lump under the skin in the groin area that appears white and is slightly larger than a pimple, which specialist should you consult for medical evaluation? Thank you.

I don't know which doctor to see? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing pain in my lower back and pelvis for over three months. The pain occurs only when I perform certain movements, such as bending over, especially when exerting effort; when I’m not exerting myself, I feel...

Lymphatic issues and pain in the pelvic region near the lower back? Hello Doctor, recently I've been feeling a tightness near my groin area. I thought it might be due to wearing tight underwear or having something in my pocket. While showering, I noticed two or three lymph n...

The groin area has an unpleasant odor? The groin area often has an unpleasant odor; how can this be improved?

Intermittent pain Hello Doctor, I apologize for the lengthy message and hope you can read it patiently: I am 160 cm tall and weigh 45 kg. There is no family history of cancer, but there is a history of diabetes. My health check in April 2015 showed no abnormalities. However, I ha...

Experiencing heat and numbness in the neck and hands while sleeping? Recently, I have been experiencing strange symptoms at night while trying to sleep. Initially, I feel tightness in both sides of my neck, followed by a sensation of heat that seems to spread to my hands, where I...

The buttocks feel unusual? Hello, doctor. I often feel that my anus and the groin area are moist and sticky. After walking a short distance or sitting for a long time, it becomes damp, and I frequently pass gas. Is this a medical issue? It makes me feel very uncomfortable.