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Urology (Expert Forum)
BB size lump in groin
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
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Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
BB size lump in groin
by bhl211, Sep 08, 2004 12:00AM
I recently (two days ago) found a bb size lump in my left groin next to my scrotum. There was also a red line of what looked like infection or "jock itch". I had recently been surfing and my friend reassured me that this was only a skin infection as a result of wearing my wetsuit. However, it has been a couple of days and the bump is still there. Of course I am paranoid that it could be something more than just a skin infection, i.e. some sort of testicular cancer. Any suggestions ?
thanks!
thanks!
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Sep 11, 2004 12:00AM
, Sep 11, 2004 12:00AM
If the lump is next to, and not in, the scrotum, then it is unlikely that testicular cancer is present. I'm not sure where it is without examining you, but a cyst, infection or lymph node are possibilities.
If there is concern about cancer, a scrotal ultrasound can be considered for further evaluation. If it is a cyst, you may want to discuss the case with a surgeon to have it removed.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
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If there is concern about cancer, a scrotal ultrasound can be considered for further evaluation. If it is a cyst, you may want to discuss the case with a surgeon to have it removed.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
Medical Weblog:
kevinmd_b
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