Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Inguinal mass There is a hard lump about 2 centimeters in size under the skin in the pubic area. It was painful when it first appeared, but after a week, the pain subsided (unless pressed). I have visited an external clinic twice; initially, it was suspected to be folliculitis, b...
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Hello, I'm 28 years old and male. Could this possibly be folliculitis? A: It is possible. This term does not indicate a definitive diagnosis. If I want to visit a major hospital, which department should I see? A: You can see either the Urology Department or the General Surge...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Painful Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Inguinal mass with pain? Hello doctor, I recently noticed two hard lumps on the right side of my groin, approximately 1 to 1.5 centimeters in size. They are painful when pressed and also hurt when I am sitting. What could be the issue? Should I go to the hospital for an examinati...
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Patient: 18-year-old male Hello, I have developed two hard lumps on the right side of my groin, approximately 1 to 1.5 centimeters in size. They are painful when pressed and also hurt when sitting. What could be the issue? Response: It is usually indicative of enlarged lymph no...[Read More] Understanding Painful Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Groin Lumps: Possible Causes and Concerns
A lump felt on the left side of the groin? Yesterday morning, I felt a sharp pain when pressing on the left groin area. At first, I didn't think much of it, but later in the evening while showering, I noticed a lump on the left side of my groin (near the thigh root, next to ...
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19-year-old female presents with a left groin mass (near the thigh root, adjacent to the pubic hair), approximately less than 1.5 cm in size (upon palpation). The skin surface appears slightly red, and it is painful to the touch, but there is no discomfort while walking. The mass...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Inguinal mass? Hello Dr. Chen: Since last year, I have occasionally noticed a small hard lump near my right groin area, which only hurts when I press on it. It doesn't cause any pain while walking or doing other activities, and it usually disappears after about a week. I wou...
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Ling, 29 years old, female. 1. Occasionally, before and after menstruation, I notice a small hard lump near the right groin area, which disappears after about a week. What could this be? A: This could be related to menstruation. Some individuals experience this due to endometr...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Inguinal mass? I recently discovered a lump in my groin area, which I noticed about two weeks ago. There are two lumps, one larger and one smaller. They are not painful when pressed, and they don't hinder my movement during exercise. Should I see a doctor? I'm very worr...
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Jason / 13 years old / Male I recently discovered a lump in my groin area, which I noticed about two weeks ago. There are two of them, one larger and one smaller. They are not painful when pressed, and they do not hinder my movement during exercise. A: Although it sounds more ...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Surgery
There is a lump in the groin area? I have had a hard lump in my groin for three months. It started suddenly with a hard lump on the left side of my groin, which swelled up and caused pain while walking. A surgeon diagnosed it and to find the cause, I underwent an ultrasound, bloo...
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Anonymous / 27 years old / Male 1. There has been a hard lump in the groin for three months. 2. The surgical diagnosis included ultrasound, blood tests (elevated white blood cell count), and a CT scan (approximately 4x3 cm), but no aspiration or biopsy was performed. 3. Aft...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Surgery
Understanding Groin Lumps: Is It a Hernia or Something Else?
There is a lump in the groin area? I noticed a lump in my right groin area while showering yesterday, and it hurts when I press on it. Could this be a hernia? Should I seek medical evaluation?
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Xiao Ke / 15 years old / Male Of course, I am writing from Taoyuan Hospital. Chen Si-Rong[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Is It a Hernia or Something Else?
Understanding Groin Lumps: Are They Tumors or Something Else?
There is a lump in the groin area? Hello, doctor. About a month or two ago, I noticed a growth in my groin area that is about the size of half a finger. It has a black dot on the surface, and it doesn't hurt or cause any discomfort. What could this be? Is it a tumor?
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Mr. Wu / 20 years old / Male About one or two months ago, I noticed a growth in the groin area that is about the size of half a finger. It has a black dot on the surface, does not cause any sensation, and is not painful. What could this be? 1. Without an actual examination, it ...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Are They Tumors or Something Else?
Understanding Groin Lumps: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Inguinal mass Doctor, I have a hard lump in my right groin that appeared about a month ago. It has now increased in size to approximately 4 to 5 centimeters and has become red, swollen, and painful. Walking is uncomfortable. What symptoms could this be, and which specialist shoul...
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Sunny / 19 years old / Female 1. I have had a hard lump in my right groin for a month, and it has grown to about 4 to 5 centimeters. It has also become red, swollen, and painful, making it uncomfortable to walk. What are these symptoms? They seem to indicate inflammation: rednes...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
There is a lump in the groin area? Hello Doctor, about two weeks ago I discovered an irregular hard lump in my groin area. It doesn't hurt when pressed, and there are no visible changes on the skin surface. It has since shrunk, but it feels like there are small bumps on top....
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Ting Ting / 39 years old / Female 1. About two weeks ago, I discovered an irregular hard lump in my groin area that does not hurt when pressed and is not visible on the skin surface. It has since decreased in size, but it feels like it has small bumps on top. Should I see a spec...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Groin Lumps: What You Need to Know About Tumors
Inguinal mass? A few days ago, I noticed a hard lump about 2 centimeters long in my left groin area (near the pocket of my pants). It is not painful and can move slightly when pressed. I haven't experienced any other physical discomfort recently, although I have been severel...
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Nick, 20 years old, male. A few days ago, a hard lump approximately 2 centimeters long appeared in the left groin area (near the pocket of his pants). It is not painful and can slightly move side to side when pressed. 1. Tumor 2. Whether it is a lymph node, benign, or malignant w...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: What You Need to Know About Tumors
Understanding Groin Lumps: What You Need to Know About Tumors
Inguinal mass? A few days ago, I noticed a hard lump about 2 centimeters long in my left groin area (near the pocket of my pants). It is not painful and can move slightly when pressed. Recently, I have not experienced any physical discomfort, but I have been severely sleep-depriv...
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Nick, 20 years old, male, has developed a hard lump approximately 2 centimeters long in the left groin area (near the pocket of his pants). It is not painful and can slightly move side to side when pressed. If it were malignant, it would feel hard, be less mobile, and continue to...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: What You Need to Know About Tumors
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
Inguinal mass? Hello doctor, I am currently a 21-year-old university student. On November 18, 2015, I discovered a hard lump in my left groin while using the restroom. Upon further examination, I found three hard lumps; two are relatively small, about 1 cm, and one is larger, app...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: Generally speaking, if lymphadenopathy is caused by an infection, it is not limited to just one node; it can involve multiple nodes. However, they usually improve and decrease in size within 2-3 weeks. If there is no reduction in size, I would recommend seeing a general su...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Groin Lumps in Young Women: Causes and Concerns
A hard lump in the groin area of a female? Recently, I received an injection to regulate my menstrual cycle due to irregular periods. I'm not sure if it's a side effect, but the injection site on my buttocks has swollen, and there's also a lump in the groin area ne...
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A-Pi / 24 years old / A painful lump about one centimeter in size has developed in the groin area near the abdomen. Is it likely to be inflammation, or could it be a tumor? 1. The likelihood of inflammation is greater than that of a tumor. 2. It is still necessary to consult a gy...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps in Young Women: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Hard mass in the left groin? I have a painful lump in the groin area on the inner thigh that appears every time my period is about to start. It disappears after my period ends. Recently, I've been staying up late, and after my last period, the pain subsided and the swelling ...
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Xiao Lin / 20 / 1 I also agree with the opinion and management of this obstetrician-gynecologist. You may frequently experience this condition, which is likely due to your susceptibility to inflammation. The inflammatory response is often more pronounced before and after menstrua...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Worry About Potential Health Risks
Inguinal mass In May of this year, I discovered a hard lump in my right groin area, about the size of a fingertip. It was painless, and since I had no other obvious discomfort at the time, I did not see a doctor and did not pay much attention to it. By the end of August, I touche...
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Hello Ms. Tsai: The frequent leg cramps are likely not related to the groin lump. The lump has not shown any significant change in size since May and appears to be benign. However, there is no guarantee that there won't be any unexpected findings. If you are still concerned,...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Worry About Potential Health Risks
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Several protrusions in the groin area? Recently, I have noticed some lumps on both sides of my groin, and my thighs feel sore. I'm not sure if it's because I'm too thin (over 160 cm tall and in my 40s kg range), which makes it easier to feel them. My shoulders also...
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1. Lymph nodes in the groin can become enlarged due to malignant tumors or bacterial and viral infections. For example, a bacterial infection from a broken skin condition like athlete's foot can cause redness and swelling that spreads to the groin, or sexually transmitted in...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Doctor
What is a lump in the groin area? I recently discovered a small hard lump near my groin area. It doesn't seem to have changed in appearance, but it is somewhat painful when pressed. I experienced something similar a few months ago, and a friend suggested it might be due to t...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
Ms. Chia-Ying: Based on your description, it is indeed possible that it could be folliculitis or lymphadenitis, rather than a malignant tumor. Ensuring proper ventilation and reducing tight pressure and friction should be beneficial. You may consult with specialists in gynecology...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Concerns, and When to See a Doctor
There is a small hard lump in the groin? I recently noticed a small hard lump in my groin area, slightly smaller than a marble. It seems like it has been there for a while but was previously very small, and I thought it was just a pimple. However, it appears to have grown larger ...
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Xiao Wei: Folliculitis is the most likely diagnosis. Both infectious disease and dermatology are suitable specialties to consult.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Concerns, and When to See a Doctor