Felt Some Pressure In Groin Area. Noticed Swelling And Blood Blisters. What Could This Be?

Posted on Fri, 9 Nov 2012

Question: Hello, so tonight I was laying down. I felt some pressure in my groin area where the thigh meets the scrotum. While checking it out I noticed what appeared to look like a blood blister about 2mm in diameter, and it was swollen all along this crease of the groin and thigh. When examining further it squirted out blood about 4 feet in distance when slight pressure was applied. It is painfull and now feels raw in the whole area.

Answered by Dr. Praveen Rodrigues (2 hours later)

Hi there.
This appears like a hematoma(blood clot) that has just got drained.
Are you perchance overweight & if so, the thighs rubbing/friction may be responsible.
If not, then please do visit the ER & get yourself examined by a surgeon to rule out any underlying infection & arterial issue given your pain.
Might i suggest starting on an anti-inflammatory like Ibuprofen 400/600 mg oral after meals three times/day to reduce the pain & inflammation.
An antibiotic may be in order but will require a prescription & in any case a visit to the ER/doc in order. Cheers!
Wish you Good Luck & great health to follow!
Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD

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