I developed a soft, painless lump in my groin this morning. What could it be? Should I be concerned?

Answers from doctors (1)


F. Andrew Celigoj, M.D

Published on Jun 28, 2016

Swelling in the groin or scrotum could be caused by the following conditions:

- fluid around the testicle (hydrocele)
- a blockage in the epididymis (spermatocele)
- infection
- hernia
- tumor.

It is important to be examined by an expert in order to determine if treatment or further testing ( e.g ultrasound) is needed.

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Answered by F. Andrew Celigoj, M.D

Swelling in the groin or scrotum could be caused by the following conditions:

- fluid around the testicle (hydrocele)
- a blockage in the epididymis (spermatocele)
- infection
- hernia
- tumor.

It is important to be examined by an expert in order to determine if treatment or further testing ( e.g ultrasound) is needed.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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