Hi I Recently Had Some Soreness In My Groin And

Posted on Fri, 7 Dec 2018

Question: Hi I recently had some soreness in my groin and testicle region that isn't present unless I cough or flex my abs occasionaly. Pain isn't always there throughout the day and it is very mild. It was never present until a recently moved out of a 3rd floor apartment and into a new 3rd floor apartment. I am wondering if it was associated with lifting heavy furniture and if it idea groin strain. Pain started about 5 days ago and has lessened but is still present occasionally.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Michelle Gibson (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
consider the use of anti inflammatory pain medication

Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

Pain in the groin region can occur as a result of strain of the muscles in this area or in chronic constipation or heavy lifting or coughing.

Inguinal hernia ( a type swelling in the groin) which is a protrusion or mass in the groin region can occur with straining or coughing or lifting heavy objects or in persons with chronic constipation.
It is due to weakness in the abdominal muscles in this area.

In the vast majority of persons, pain in the groin does not progress to a swelling/hernia unless the reason continues ( continued heavy lifting or constipation or persistent cough).

Resting along with the use of anti inflammatory medications would be helpful. Eg of anti inflammatory medication - ibuprofen, cataflam, naproxen etc

If there is any muscle spasm contributing to the pain then the use of a muscle relaxant along with a warm compress (2 to 3 times a day for 15 to 20 mins), would help as well.
Muscle relaxants would however require a prescription from your doctor. This is not likely necessary since the pain is improving.

I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar