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Groin lump

Definition:

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

Alternative Names:

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

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

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.

Lymphatic system

Swollen lymph nodes in the groin

Review Date: 7/17/2007
Reviewed By: 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.

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