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Groin lump - Overview

Alternative Names

Lump in the groin; Inguinal lymphadenopathy; Localized lymphadenopathy-groin; Bubo; Lymphadenopathy - groin

Definition of Groin lump:

A groin lump is localized swelling in the groin area. It may be firm or soft, tender or not painful at all.

Considerations:

All groin lumps should be examined by your health care provider.

Common Causes:

  • Allergic reaction
  • Cancer
  • Drug reaction
  • Enlarged lymph glands in the groin area
  • Hernia (usually a soft, large bulge in the groin on one or both sides)
  • Infection
  • Injury trauma to the groin area
  • Sexually transmitted disease
  • Reviewed last on: 7/17/2007
  • Robert Hurd, MD, Professor of Endocrinology, Department of Biology, Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH, and physician in the Primary Care Clinic, Cincinnati Veterans Administration Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

References

Henry PH, Longo DL. Enlargement of lymph nodes and spleen. In: Kasper DL, Braunwald E, Anthony S. Fauci AS, eds. Harrison’s Internal Medicine. 16th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill; 2005.
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