| ENCYCLOPEDIA INDEX |
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Injury Disease Nutrition Poison Symptoms Surgery Test |
| A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T U V W Y |
Groin lump |
| Overview Treatment |
| Alternative Names: |
| Lump in the groin |
| Home Care: |
| Follow the therapy prescribed by your health care provider. |
| Call your health care provider if: |
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| What to expect at your health care provider's office: |
| The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed. Medical history questions documenting your symptom in detail may include:
Diagnostic tests that may be performed include:
Treatments may include antibiotics if appropriate. For a hernia, surgery may be recommended. After seeing your health care provider: If a diagnosis was made by your health care provider related to a groin lump, you may want to note that diagnosis in your personal medical record. |
Lymphatic system |
Swollen lymph nodes in the groin |
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