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 Shoulder Pain: Possible Tumor-Related Causes
Shoulder pain? I have lumps in my neck, armpit, and groin. There are two lumps in my left armpit, each less than one centimeter. Sometimes, my left armpit feels a bit sore, but it is not painful, and the lumps are movable.
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Xiaomi / 17 years old / Male 1. The most likely cause is still lymphadenopathy or other benign conditions. 2. To obtain a definitive diagnosis, it is necessary to visit a hospital for a physician's evaluation, and possibly a biopsy. 3. If you prefer not to go to the hospita...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Possible Tumor-Related Causes
Understanding Groin Pain: Is It a Swollen Lymph Node?
Inguinal mass? Hello Doctor, I suddenly noticed that at night, I experience pain in the groin area near the genital region when walking or changing positions. There are no visible abnormalities on the surface, but it hurts when I press on it, and I can feel a small lump when I ap...
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Ms. Lin / 21 years old / Female Hello, I have a small lump in my groin and I'm unsure if it is an enlarged lymph node. 1. The most likely cause is indeed an enlarged lymph node or another benign condition. 2. To confirm the diagnosis, it is essential to visit a hospital ...[Read More] Understanding Groin Pain: Is It a Swollen Lymph Node?
Understanding Lumps in the Armpit After Pregnancy: What to Know
There are small lumps in the armpit? Hello doctor, I just gave birth and noticed some lumps in my armpit over the past couple of days. They are not painful; one side has two lumps and the other side has one. Could this be swelling? I have had breast augmentation surgery; could th...
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Ms. Huang / 34 years old / Female Hello, it sounds more like accessory breast tissue. Did you notice this during your pregnancy? It would be advisable to consult your physician for a personal examination during your follow-up visit. Reference information online: Expectant moth...[Read More] Understanding Lumps in the Armpit After Pregnancy: What to Know
Lump in Groin: Symptoms and Specialist Consultation Guide
There is a lump in the groin area? About April 12, after exercising and showering, I noticed a lump on the right side of my groin (approximately 2 cm in size, oval-shaped, uncomfortable when pressed but not painful, with no significant color difference on the surface; it has been...
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Patient: Xiao Hou / 26 years old / Male 1. On April 12, after exercising and showering, I discovered a hard lump on the right side of my groin (approximately 2 cm in size, oval-shaped, uncomfortable to press but not painful, with no significant color change on the surface; it ha...[Read More] Lump in Groin: Symptoms and Specialist Consultation Guide
Understanding Groin Lymphadenopathy: Symptoms and Concerns for Athletes
Inguinal lymphadenopathy I have a significant lymph node near my left hip joint (as stated by the clinic doctor) that has been increasing in size over the past three weeks since my last visit. It has become movable and is about half the size of my index finger. When I saw the doc...
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Mini / 18 years old / Female 1. It is getting larger. The doctor said that if it continues to grow, I should pay attention, but it hasn't exceeded two centimeters, so I'm unsure whether to go to a larger hospital. A: It is recommended to continue monitoring with your...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lymphadenopathy: Symptoms and Concerns for Athletes
Understanding Long-Term Lymph Nodes: When to Seek Medical Attention
Chronic lymphadenopathy Hello, I have had multiple lymph nodes in my body for many years. For about three years, I have had them on the left side of my neck, behind my ears, and in the groin area. They have been persistent but do not cause any pain or seem to be enlarging. Some a...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Mr. Jacky, Thank you for your message. In response, lymph nodes can become enlarged when there is inflammation, infection, or the presence of tumor cells. It is recommended to consult a surgeon or a hematologist-oncologist for evaluation. A thorough examination by a physici...[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Lymph Nodes: When to Seek Medical Attention
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?
Can Hemorrhoid Wounds Cause Groin Lymph Node Swelling?
Can a hemorrhoid wound cause lymphadenopathy in the groin? Hello Doctor, on March 21, 2016, I experienced an acute episode of external hemorrhoids that resulted in thrombosis, and I went to the hospital for treatment. Later, due to the presence of a wound, the area around the hem...
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Dear Mr. Henry, Thank you for your letter. In response to your concerns regarding the lump in your right groin, which is not very hard, feels slightly elastic, is painful upon pressure, and is movable, measuring approximately 1.5 cm, I personally believe that the likelihood of l...[Read More] Can Hemorrhoid Wounds Cause Groin Lymph Node Swelling?
Understanding a Small Lump in the Groin: When to Seek Medical Advice
A pea-sized hard 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 I don't feel much discomfort or pain. However, in the past few days, I'v...
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Yuh / 22 years old / Female. May I ask which department I should see? A: It's hard to say for sure, but generally, you would see either General Surgery or Obstetrics and Gynecology, with a preference for General Surgery. Thank you for your inquiry. Taoyuan Hospital, Dr. Chen...[Read More] Understanding a Small Lump in the Groin: When to Seek Medical Advice
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
Lump Above Groin: What Could It Be and Which Specialist to See?
There is a hard lump on the left side of the pubic area above the pubic hair? Today, I suddenly felt a lump above my pubic area in the hair, about the size of half a finger joint, approximately 1.5 centimeters in size, and it hurts when pressed. Which specialist should I see, and...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello Mr. Yu, 1. You should consult a general surgeon for a physical examination, which can be followed by an ultrasound examination. 2. The symptoms will be evaluated based on the examination results. If further investigation is needed, a biopsy can be performed for confirmat...[Read More] Lump Above Groin: What Could It Be and Which Specialist to See?
Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Lymphadenopathy Hello, last year I noticed swollen lymph nodes in my groin on both sides, each about the size of two-thirds of a finger joint, and they were painful to the touch. Subsequently, I developed itchy bumps on my penis. Since I have a history of atopic dermatitis, I use...
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1. The topical skin medication prescribed by the clinic worked well after a while, and subsequently, the lymph nodes gradually decreased in size. Since it was effective, I should promptly return to this clinic. However, many chronic conditions may not completely resolve and can r...[Read More] Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Is a Hard Lump in the Groin Caused by Eczema or Something Else?
Is the hard lump in the groin caused by eczema? Since 2015, I have noticed a lump in my groin area. Initially, I didn't suspect anything because it wasn't painful, but since it hasn't gone away, a friend asked if it could be a tumor or something similar. I research...
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Mr. Zhao / 22 years old / Male Hello, Happy New Year! 1. Since 2015, I have noticed a hard lump in my groin that has not gone away. The lump does not cause any discomfort. A: The likelihood of it being benign is quite high. However, it is advisable to have it evaluated by a...[Read More] Is a Hard Lump in the Groin Caused by Eczema or Something Else?
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 Persistent Lumps: Are They Signs of Lymphoma?
An unexplained mass for nearly two years? Hello doctor, I started noticing a lump under my left ear and below my right ear during the summer of 2014. It doesn't hurt or itch, and it feels soft to the touch. It has remained about the same size, roughly 1 centimeter, for over ...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello, sir: It is recommended that you consult an otolaryngologist regarding the lumps behind your left ear and below your right ear, as well as seek dental treatment for your cavities. Maintaining good healthcare habits can provide peace of mind, and the specialists in each fiel...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Lumps: Are They Signs of Lymphoma?
Is a Small Painful Lump Near My Groin Safe? Insights for College Students
A small hard lump measuring 1.8 cm on the right side of the pubic area (connecting to the right thigh)? I am a freshman, and yesterday I discovered a small hard lump on the right side of my pubic hair (where the body connects to the right thigh). It hurts a little when I press on...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello, sir: Regarding your question, it is recommended to first undergo a consultation and evaluation by a general surgeon to determine if there are any other possibilities. Changhua Hospital cares about you. Sincerely, Dr. Lai, Department of Radiation Oncology.[Read More] Is a Small Painful Lump Near My Groin Safe? Insights for College Students
Understanding Movable Lumps in Groin, Abdomen, and Armpit: What to Know
There are small hard lumps in the groin area, near the belly button, and under the armpit? There are small, movable, firm lumps on both sides of the groin that have been present for about six years, with no pain upon pressure. Their size is similar to that of the inner thighs nea...
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Happy / 26 years old / Male. I am unsure which department to consult. 1. Recently 2. Surgical department 3. An ultrasound was performed on all areas, so your original approach was correct. The management of the lymph nodes is considered small and not significantly enlarged. The d...[Read More] Understanding Movable Lumps in Groin, Abdomen, and Armpit: What to Know