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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Lymph Node In The Groin Area

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Posted on Thu, 17 Nov 2016
Question: I have a swollen lymph node in my groin. I have a bite/scratch on my leg that is healing. I am running in an Ironman on Sunday. Is it okay to participate? The node is tender touch and my concern is the ride and running in the race. I am very aware of the swelling even when walking. The node is approximately the size of a large grape. I am a 47 year old male in excellent athletic condition and have been training for the last six months for his race. I ran an Ironman in Durban, South XXXXXXX in XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
If the scratch has healed,you can participate.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Lymphnodes in the groin enlarge if there is any wound over lower limb.If the scratch is healing or healed completely, you can participate.
The groin Lymphnode will regress slowly by Antibiotic and anti inflammatory treatment.It is not of much concern.
Only concern is you may develop swelling /Edema of the lower limb if you strain it.
Please decide yourself as there is risk of increasing pain in the groin and swelling of lower limb.
I will try to avoid running if I were to be in your position.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions, I will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Lymph Node In The Groin Area

Brief Answer: If the scratch has healed,you can participate. Detailed Answer: Hi Lymphnodes in the groin enlarge if there is any wound over lower limb.If the scratch is healing or healed completely, you can participate. The groin Lymphnode will regress slowly by Antibiotic and anti inflammatory treatment.It is not of much concern. Only concern is you may develop swelling /Edema of the lower limb if you strain it. Please decide yourself as there is risk of increasing pain in the groin and swelling of lower limb. I will try to avoid running if I were to be in your position. Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions, I will clarify further. Wish you good health. Regards