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Groin pain

Definition:

Groin pain refers to discomfort in the area where the abdomen ends and the legs begin. This article focuses on groin pain in men.

Alternative Names:

Pain - groin; Lower abdominal pain; Genital pain; Perineal pain

Considerations:

In males, the terms "groin" and "testicle" are sometimes used interchangeably. But what causes pain in one won't necessarily do so in the other.

Common Causes:

Common causes of groin pain in men include:

Enlarged lymph glands
Epididymitis (inflammation of the epididymis)
Hernia
Inflammation
Kidney stone
Leydig cell tumor (testicular tumor)
Muscle pull
Orchitis (inflammation of the testicle)
Testicular torsion
Superficial skin infection

References:

Ferri FF. Ferri’s Clinical Advisor 2007: Instant Diagnosis and Treatment. 9th ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby; 2007.

Wein AJ. Campbell-Walsh Urology . 9th ed. St. Louis, Mo: WB Saunders; 2007.

Review Date: 7/23/2007
Reviewed By: Marc Greenstein, DO, Urologist, North Jersey Center for Urologic Care, Denville, NJ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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