For anyone who feels a lump near their groin, whether it hurts or not, knowing what could be causing it is really important.

If you experience this type of swelling, working with your doctor to identify the underlying cause can help inform next steps. Share on Pinterest Lymph nodes work as filters in our bodies, trapping ...

Lymphoma in the groin is a condition where cancerous cells form in the lymph nodes in the groin area. It can cause symptoms such as a lump or swelling, pain, discomfort, and more. Lymphoma occurs when ...

Mariena Browning, 28, from Pocatello, Idaho, was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma after finding a lump in her groin at 22 years old—a relatively unusual spot for this dangerous type of skin cancer. She ...

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) in the groin is an inflammatory skin condition that more commonly affects females. Symptoms include abscesses, which are lumps in the skin that contain pus. HS may also ...

Having a perineal cyst or lump can be caused by anything from an injury to a sexually transmitted illness (STI). It’s often not serious, but if you experience pain or swelling, your doctor can rule ...

The groin is located where the upper part of the thighs meets the lowest parts of the abdomen, on either side of the pubic bone. Many medical conditions can cause pain in this area in women. Groin ...

In the summer of 2018, I noticed a hard bump in my left groin that, over a couple of weeks, multiplied into several more that became tender to touch. I went to the doctor to get an ultrasound, which ...