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Suggest Treatment For Lump On Inner Thigh Near Scrotum
Question: I have a hard lump on my inner thigh near my scrotum, which was attributed to a hernia in the lower left of my abdomen by my physician about two years ago. The lump has increased in size in the past few days. However, it is not painful. Any thoughts on what it may be? I plan on seeing a physician in a few days.
Brief Answer:
Likely to be lymph node swelling
Detailed Answer:
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Dear Mr XXXXXXX
Based in your description it is likely to be lymph node swelling especially so if it's below groin crease.
It would be very helpful if you could provide me with the following additional information for me to be able to assist you better
1. Kindly let me know exact location of swelling (providing clinical photograph will be helpful )
2. Does the swelling increase in size on coughing?
3. Was the diagnosis of inguinal hernia made 2 years back ?
4. Do you have any genital or scrotal lesion?
Awaiting your response
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon
Likely to be lymph node swelling
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcaremagic
Greetings of the day
Dear Mr XXXXXXX
Based in your description it is likely to be lymph node swelling especially so if it's below groin crease.
It would be very helpful if you could provide me with the following additional information for me to be able to assist you better
1. Kindly let me know exact location of swelling (providing clinical photograph will be helpful )
2. Does the swelling increase in size on coughing?
3. Was the diagnosis of inguinal hernia made 2 years back ?
4. Do you have any genital or scrotal lesion?
Awaiting your response
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon
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Brief Answer:
Likely to be abscess
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mr XXXXXXX
Thanks for providing clinical photograph. From the appearance the skin overlying swelling is inflamed. Possibility of abscess needs to be considered. Exact diagnosis will depend on clinical examination.
I would suggest you the following
1. Hot water fomentation
2. Anti inflammatory drugs
3. Antibiotics
Do consult your physician for detailed assessment and advise.
Wishing you great Health
Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Likely to be abscess
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mr XXXXXXX
Thanks for providing clinical photograph. From the appearance the skin overlying swelling is inflamed. Possibility of abscess needs to be considered. Exact diagnosis will depend on clinical examination.
I would suggest you the following
1. Hot water fomentation
2. Anti inflammatory drugs
3. Antibiotics
Do consult your physician for detailed assessment and advise.
Wishing you great Health
Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
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