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Have Pain In The Groin. There Is A Lump. Painful When Walking. Problem?

Hi...yes please....I am 65 year old woman and the pain in my right groin and there seems to be a lump there which doesn't appear to be other side. It feels like this dull ache when I'm walking, and if I press it, it is very painful. A the moment have a heat pack on the area. I'm away tomorrow on holidays and hope it's nothing I should be getting checked out...your response would be appreciated. thank you
Mon, 19 Aug 2013
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.

As the swelling is painful, it could be either infective or inflammatory in nature.

A detailed clinical examination & appropriate investigations are necessary to establish the correct diagnosis. FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) will provide the exact histological diagnosis.

In the meantime - use analgesic antiinflammatory medicines, ice packing over the affected area once in 2 hours to alleviate the pain.

Consult you family physician for further management.

Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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Have Pain In The Groin. There Is A Lump. Painful When Walking. Problem?

Hi, thanks for writing to HCM. As the swelling is painful, it could be either infective or inflammatory in nature. A detailed clinical examination & appropriate investigations are necessary to establish the correct diagnosis. FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) will provide the exact histological diagnosis. In the meantime - use analgesic antiinflammatory medicines, ice packing over the affected area once in 2 hours to alleviate the pain. Consult you family physician for further management. Hope this information is helpful. Good day