Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Concerns, and Connections to Neck Lumps
Inguinal small mass Recently, I noticed hard lumps about 0.5 to 1 cm in diameter near my groin area, which are not painful. Initially, I found a lump in my neck, but the doctor said there was no significant issue after examination. Could these be related? I'm a bit worried a...
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Hello: For the uncertain nature of the mass, it is recommended to visit the relevant specialty outpatient clinic for further examination by a physician to confirm whether treatment is necessary. For the groin area, you may consult general surgery, and for the head and neck area, ...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Concerns, and Connections to Neck Lumps
Understanding Groin Pain: Causes and Next Steps for Management
Groin pain There is periodic recurrent cramping pain around the groin area (including the lower abdomen on both sides and the lower abdomen near the female reproductive organs). There are frequent sharp pains during ovulation, and pain also occurs before menstruation. A CT scan w...
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Yueyue / 28 years old / Female 1. I had a CT scan, and the surgeon only mentioned that there are many lymph nodes. There was no further explanation, and I don't know how to proceed. A: Does this mean benign lymph nodes? Is it possible to just monitor them? Without seeing ...[Read More] Understanding Groin Pain: Causes and Next Steps for Management
Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
A hard lump has developed in the groin? For the past two months, I have had a small, hard lump in my groin area (about the size of a pimple) that was the same color as my skin. Yesterday, I thought it might be a clogged pore, so I squeezed it hard, but there was no reaction. Howe...
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Mai / 27 years old / Female, do I need to seek immediate medical attention? Should I consult an obstetrician-gynecologist, or can I manage this on my own? 1. Redness, swelling, heat, and pain suggest inflammation. 2. It could be related to general surgery or obstetrics and gyne...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Right Groin Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Right groin pain? About a week ago, I started experiencing pain near the right groin close to the genital area (when pressed). Initially, it was a mild pain, but in the last two to three days, the pain has become more pronounced, and the area of discomfort seems to be increasing....
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Pearl Tapioca Girl / 34 years old / Female 1. Which department should I see? A: General Surgery or Obstetrics and Gynecology are both acceptable. 2. Is there any specific issue? A: Please consult a physician in person for a proper evaluation. Thank you for your inquiry. ...[Read More] Understanding Right Groin Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Your Lymph Node Pathology Report: Key Insights and Next Steps
Pathology Report Hello Doctor, I recently had a lymph node removed, and the pathology report is as follows: Received in formalin consists of a piece of lymph node, measuring 1.4 x 0.6 x 0.3 cm. It is tan and elastic firm. The entire specimen is embedded in one block. Micro: The s...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: According to this pathology report, the lymph node that was removed is not malignant. However, since it is located in the groin area, further monitoring is recommended. To be specific, this report can only confirm that this particular lymph node is not problematic; it cann...[Read More] Understanding Your Lymph Node Pathology Report: Key Insights and Next Steps
Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: What Your Doctor Wants You to Know
Lymphadenopathy Hello, doctor. Previously, I could feel several lymph nodes in my groin area, and following your advice, I had one lymph node removed for testing. The results showed it was a benign lymphadenopathy. However, I still have several lymph nodes in my groin that are ov...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, netizen: 1. If generalized lymphadenopathy has been evaluated and cancer, autoimmune diseases, or viral infections (including HIV) have been ruled out, and there are no systemic symptoms (such as fever, night sweats, or unexplained weight loss), it is recommended to follow...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: What Your Doctor Wants You to Know
Understanding CT Scans in Tumor Evaluation: Key Questions Answered
Computed Tomography (CT) scan Thank you, doctor, for answering my questions previously. Recently, besides the lymph nodes, I have noticed swelling in my neck near the shoulder area. I'm not sure how long it has been swollen because I went to the clinic for a cold. The doctor...
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Hello, online user: If the tumor is large enough, it should typically be visible on imaging. Additionally, the radiologist will provide a report after reviewing the images. Therefore, I recommend scheduling an appointment with the pulmonary medicine department in about two weeks ...[Read More] Understanding CT Scans in Tumor Evaluation: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: Key Insights on Diagnosis and Treatment
Lymphadenopathy Hello, Doctor. Over the past two months, I have noticed several lymph nodes in my body, including in the head and neck, armpits, and groin. Recently, I visited a surgeon and decided to remove the lymph nodes in my groin, one on each side. The doctor chose the left...
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Hello, netizen: 1. If it is indeed lymphoma, the pathological characteristics throughout the body should be consistent, so any lymph node that is biopsied should yield similar results; 2. The transverse orientation in the groin area is likely related to blood vessels or tendons/l...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: Key Insights on Diagnosis and Treatment
Understanding Lymph Node Enlargement: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Lymphadenopathy Hello Doctor, I have been suffering from lymph nodes recently. I am quite thin, and I can feel lymph nodes in various areas such as my neck, armpits, and groin (including the inner thighs). I have been able to feel them for a while. Recently, I visited a nearby ho...
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Hello, Dr. Xiao Chen / 29 years old / Male 1. Does the position affect the size captured during an ultrasound scan? A. The angle of the ultrasound is essentially the perspective from which the object is viewed. This means that the size of the object can appear different dependi...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Enlargement: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps
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 Lymphadenopathy: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Lymphadenopathy Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been suffering from swollen lymph nodes. I am quite thin, with body fat below 10%, and I can feel many lymph nodes, especially in the groin area. However, the doctor said that being thin and being able to feel lymph nodes are not rel...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, online user: 1. Lymphadenopathy refers to lymph nodes with a diameter greater than 1 or 1.5 cm; 2. Do you experience pain when you palpate it? Is there any elasticity when you touch it? Does it move when you palpate it? 3. Are there any accompanying symptoms such as fever,...[Read More] Understanding Lymphadenopathy: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Lump at Thigh and Groin Junction: What You Need to Know
There is a hard lump at the junction of the thigh and groin? Recently, I discovered a hard lump at the junction of my thigh and groin, approximately the width of my pinky finger. After a day, a similar-sized lump appeared on the other side. It does not hurt when pressed, and my f...
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Hello, netizen: Do you have any accompanying symptoms such as fever, chills, weight loss, fatigue, painful urination, or abnormal discharge in your urine? If so, you should consider visiting a urology or infectious disease specialist for an examination. If not, you may observe fo...[Read More] Lump at Thigh and Groin Junction: What You Need to Know
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 Lymph Nodes: When to Seek Medical Evaluation
Inguinal lymph nodes I am not sure if it's because I am relatively thin, but I can feel several lymph nodes in my body, particularly on both sides of the groin area. There are quite a few that feel relatively large, oval-shaped, and about 2 centimeters in size. Their positio...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: 1. The ability to palpate lymph nodes is not related to body weight. While everyone has a lymphatic system, under normal circumstances, lymph nodes are not palpable. If they can be felt, it is considered abnormal. Many times, this can occur due to conditions such as cold...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lymph Nodes: When to Seek Medical Evaluation
Understanding Non-Painful Groin Mass: Is It Bladder Cancer?
Inguinal mass There is a hard lump in the bladder that is not painful. I have experienced this situation before, but it resolved on its own. I am concerned whether it could be bladder cancer, but I do not have any symptoms of bladder cancer. I would like to know what this conditi...
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Patient: 16 years old, male 1. There is a hard lump in the bladder that is not painful. I have had this situation before, but it resolved on its own. A: The bladder is an internal organ, and you should not be able to self-examine for a hard lump in the bladder. It is likely a ...[Read More] Understanding Non-Painful Groin Mass: Is It Bladder Cancer?
Understanding Persistent Lymph Nodes: Autoimmune Disease or Cancer Risk?
The lymph nodes have been swollen for nearly three years? Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease - multiple sclerosis two to three years ago. I started receiving interferon treatment in July 2013. In November of the same year, I experienced full-body itching for...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Miss Annie, Thank you for your letter. In response to your inquiry, are you very thin? In thin patients, it is sometimes possible to palpate the inguinal or cervical lymph nodes. If the lymph nodes have not continued to enlarge over the past 2-3 years, they are likely benig...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Lymph Nodes: Autoimmune Disease or Cancer Risk?
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