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What Causes Swelling And Pain In The Groin Area?
I have some swelling between my legs. Between the scrotum and my left leg. Flared up yesterday and not much better today. And it HURTS. What do you think. male, 60 y/o, good health. And it feels like I m running a slight fever. Don t have a thermometer.
Thu, 3 Nov 2016
Hello,
Thank you for your query.
Your symptoms indicate a possible inguinal hernia.
An abscess needs to be ruled out.
-any history of injury to the area?
-any surgeries in the past?
-what do you do for a living?
-Have you lifted anything heavy recently?
-do you smoke or consume alcohol?
-any other medical issues (diabetes, for instance)?
-do you take any medications?
I recommend :
-an immediate physician /urologist /general surgeon consult
-do not lift anything heavy or wear tight clothing.
-avoid any activity that puts pressure on your abdomen.
-ultrasound of the affected area. An MRI may be needed if a more detailed imaging is required.
-blood tests (complete blood count, Erythrocyte sedimentation rate, clotting parameters, kidney and liver function tests)
Based on this a treatment plan will be initiated.
Hope this helps and you feel better.
Please let me know if there is anything else I can help you with.
Wish you good health
Thank you for your query.
Your symptoms indicate a possible inguinal hernia.
An abscess needs to be ruled out.
-any history of injury to the area?
-any surgeries in the past?
-what do you do for a living?
-Have you lifted anything heavy recently?
-do you smoke or consume alcohol?
-any other medical issues (diabetes, for instance)?
-do you take any medications?
I recommend :
-an immediate physician /urologist /general surgeon consult
-do not lift anything heavy or wear tight clothing.
-avoid any activity that puts pressure on your abdomen.
-ultrasound of the affected area. An MRI may be needed if a more detailed imaging is required.
-blood tests (complete blood count, Erythrocyte sedimentation rate, clotting parameters, kidney and liver function tests)
Based on this a treatment plan will be initiated.
Hope this helps and you feel better.
Please let me know if there is anything else I can help you with.
Wish you good health
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