Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice
Inguinal mass Three weeks ago, I discovered a hard lump about 1 centimeter in diameter on the left side of my groin where it connects to the thigh. The shape feels round or oval, and it is not painful when pressed. It does not move much, and it is difficult to feel unless I press...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It may just be lymph nodes or other benign tissues (such as lipomas), and observation is sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Inguinal mass There is a soft lump in the groin area that feels similar to a polyp. It is tender to the touch and appears red. This area was originally a pimple that I squeezed, and now I am unsure if it is a bacterial infection or if it is unrelated to the pimple and simply a sw...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It may just be inflammation or fibrosis caused by the extraction of a pimple. It is recommended to monitor the situation.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Groin Lumps: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
A hard lump developed in the groin area a few days ago? Hello doctor, three days ago I discovered a hard lump in my groin, measuring about two centimeters. The day before yesterday, it seemed to shrink a bit, and I thought it was getting better, but then it grew back the next day...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Good morning / 17 years old / Female. Hello, 1. I would like to ask the doctor if it is possible that it is a tumor. A: Broadly speaking, it resembles a benign tumor, such as a sebaceous cyst that you are aware of. In general, malignant tumors tend to be hard, do not change in si...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Inguinal mass A mass approximately 2 centimeters in size was found on the inner side of the left groin, above the pubic bone. It is not painful upon palpation and does not move. It appears intermittently; sometimes it can be felt, and other times it cannot. This condition was als...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: I'm not sure what it is without an examination, so I recommend seeing a gynecologist first. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Painful Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Inguinal mass with tenderness upon palpation? Yesterday morning, I discovered a lump in the lower right groin area. It is located deeper, immobile, approximately 2 cm long and 1 cm wide, resembling an elongated shape like a water hen. It is painful when pressed, and even when not...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
JES / 29 years old / Female 1. What could be the reason for this? A: Benign lymphadenopathy is more common. The possibility of malignancy cannot be completely ruled out. 2. Is it possible that immediate medical attention is needed? A: A physician's evaluation can hel...[Read More] Understanding Painful Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Inguinal mass Hello doctor, around January 10th, I noticed a lump in my right groin area while taking a shower. It is about 1.5 to 2 cm in size, painful when pressed, movable, and feels rubbery to the touch. I saw a general surgeon today, who mentioned that it could possibly be l...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Ms. Huang / 23 years old / Female Hello, 1. According to the general surgeon, it is possible that my lymphadenopathy is caused by a wound infection. 2. Is it possible that it is due to a wound caused by scratching my eczema previously? A: It is possible. Happy New Year, T...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Assessing the Malignancy Risk of a Small Groin Lump: What You Need to Know
Is there a possibility of malignancy? There is a small, painless lump about 1 cm in size on the left side of my groin, which is not visible externally and can only be felt with some pressure. When I first discovered it, it felt firm and slightly mobile, so I decided to monitor it...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Mimi / 42 years old / Female would like to ask about the appearance of a swelling that initially enlarged and then disappeared, leaving a small 1 cm lump. Is there a significant possibility of malignancy? A: 1. All previous doctors have examined it. 2. Blood tests at that time we...[Read More] Assessing the Malignancy Risk of a Small Groin Lump: What You Need to Know
Understanding a Groin Lump: When to Seek Medical Attention
A subcutaneous lump in the groin? About three months ago, I discovered a lump measuring 0.8 to 1 cm under the skin in my right groin area. At the time, I also experienced itching and small red rashes in the groin, but there were no changes to the skin surface. Over the past three...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: Please go see a dermatologist first. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding a Groin Lump: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
There is a lump in the groin area? Hello Dr. Chen: At the end of last year, I discovered a small hard lump above the inner thigh on the right side. It was painless and resembled a pus-filled cyst, but I couldn't squeeze anything out. There was a small wound that turned black...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Zhen / 50 years old / Female 1. Could it be lymph nodes? Lymphoma? A: Redness, swelling, heat, and pain are signs of an inflammatory response, but it's uncertain whether it's a tumor, lymph nodes, or a sebaceous cyst. 2. Should I self-monitor first? A: It is rec...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Worry About Tumors and Lymph Nodes
Inguinal mass? About a year and a half ago, a small, hard lump appeared in the upper left area of my groin. It doesn't hurt unless I squeeze it very hard, so I haven't paid much attention to it. However, it hasn't gone away or increased in size, and it still doesn&...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It was discovered over a year ago, and there has been no significant increase in size recently, so it is unlikely to be a tumor. It is recommended to ignore it.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Worry About Tumors and Lymph Nodes
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Inguinal mass A few days ago, I noticed mild pain in my left groin area. After two or three days, it developed into a hard lump about 2.5 cm in size. It hurts when I walk slowly, when I sit down, and even when I apply gentle pressure. The lump is immovable. Additionally, I have b...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It may just be localized lymphadenopathy caused by a bacterial infection (such as in the urinary tract or pelvic region). It is recommended to see a gynecologist or an infectious disease specialist.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Inguinal mass Hello Doctor, I noticed pain and slight swelling in my left groin area at the end of May. I consulted a general surgeon, and the doctor performed an ultrasound, which showed two lymph nodes that appeared to be benign: one about 1 cm in the groin area and another sma...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Miss Liao / 46 years old / Female Hello, 1. Could these pains be caused by smaller lymph nodes? A1.1 The human body has two types of pain localization: 1.1.1 Visceral pain is usually difficult to localize accurately. 1.1.2 Pain in the muscles and bones of the limbs can b...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Inguinal mass Hello Doctor, I recently felt a lump in the upper right area of my pubic hair. The lump becomes more prominent and noticeable when I stand or lie down, and it feels smaller and less firm when I bend my thigh. It is about 1.5 cm in size. Sometimes, there is a slight ...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: It could be a hernia. Please see a urologist or a gynecologist. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
There is a hard lump in the groin area? About two to three weeks ago, I noticed an itchy lump in my groin area. After scratching it, I felt a hard mass inside the next day. The surface didn't look like much, but when I touched it, it was clearly a hard, somewhat oval-shaped ...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: If you're worried, go see a gynecologist. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Groin Lumps: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
I felt a lump in my groin area? Hello Doctor, I noticed a protruding lump in the left groin area (the V-shaped junction, possibly the inguinal region?) while showering. It is sometimes present and is easier to feel when squatting. The size is small, and it does not appear to be v...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
JAM / 20 years old / Male Hello! It is usually lymphadenopathy! Most cases are benign! If you notice it for the first time, you can seek medical evaluation. If you are reluctant to see a doctor, you can monitor it yourself: if it increases in size, changes color, becomes hard, or...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Hard lump connecting the inner thigh under the groin? Hello doctor, over the past 2 to 3 days, I have noticed swelling in the area where my thigh connects to my groin, about 2 centimeters in size. I'm not sure if it's a hard lump. The day before, I squeezed out some pus...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It may just be an abscess or other folliculitis; it will either drain on its own once it matures or be absorbed by the body.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
There is a lump in the groin area? When walking, I feel discomfort from a hard lump that I tried to pop myself. It bled, but it wasn't pus. The surface now appears a bit dark, but the round hard lump is still there and hasn't gone away.
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Yu Ling / 20 years old / Female 1. I tried to pop it myself and there was blood, not pus. A: I do not recommend popping it. If there is an infection or inflammation that hasn't fully developed into an abscess, popping it too early can lead to a situation similar to your...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Worry About Malignancy
Inguinal mass? Hello, doctor. I have a hard lump on each side of my groin, with the one on the right being larger, approximately 1 centimeter. It hurts when I gently press on it. I remember noticing them since last year, and I always thought they would go away, but they haven...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: Please consult a general surgeon to determine whether there are lymph nodes (there is a high possibility that you may have misidentified them). Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Worry About Malignancy
Understanding Groin Lumps: Could They Be Normal Lymph Nodes?
Inguinal mass Hello doctor, I have noticed a small lump on each side of my groin. It has not changed in appearance and can only be felt when pressed; its size is probably less than one centimeter, and it is movable. Recently, I had a lump on my testicle that was surgically remove...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Tang / 20 years old / Male Hello, due to the following reasons: 1. There are palpable masses on both sides, which can only be detected upon pressure, measuring no more than one centimeter, and they are mobile. 2. The doctor found no issues during the preoperative examination. 3....[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Could They Be Normal Lymph Nodes?
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Inguinal small mass? Hello, Doctor. Current situation: Yesterday while showering, I suddenly discovered an unknown hard lump on the inner side of my right thigh, close to the underwear area. It appears dark, is not painful, measures about 0.5 cm, and feels firm and immovable, as ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Ms. Chen / 30 years old / Female 1. There is a suspected eczema in the nearby area, which is neither painful nor itchy and has not spread. It has been present for 6 months, and the dermatologist is uncertain about the diagnosis, temporarily identifying it as eczema. Treatment wi...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention