Question 1

how does a swollen lymph node look around your groin? on black males?

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Small lump : Skin is unlikely to be discolored. You may or may not actually see a small lump. Much more likely to recognize a groin lyph node by feel rather than by actually just seeing a small lump.

Question 2

i found a swollen lymph node in my groin a week ago and as of yesterday i also have a couple swollen in my neck, no other symptoms?

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See Doctor: See your primary care provider within the next week.  Any fever or acute illness symptoms then be seen ASAP

Question 3

why do i have a swollen lymph node in my groin ?

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Possibilities: The lymph glands work to sift through body serum that arrives in its network to remove debris &amp; germs. They become active when the area they sift (the leg or nearby genital skin) has a skin irritation/infection.They can sometimes enlarge after a viral illness or vaccination. An exam and review of your history would be needed to sort this out.

Question 4

what should i do about potential swollen lymph node in groin area?

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Check  source: If nodes appear swollen, check for possible origin such as a skin lesion on the legs or lower abdomen.  Also in females a vaginal lesion must be ruled out as well as perianal growth.  If nothing found glands are to be watched.  If the become more numerous, larger or firmer then biopsy indicated.

Question 5

ive had a single pea sized swollen lymph node in my groin for about 4 months now. i have no other symptoms. should i worry that it wont go away?

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No worries: Almost everybody has this sort of thing, often several small lymph nodes easily felt in the groin. This is entirely normal unless it is enlarging or tender. See a doctor if you remain concerned, but most likelyt his is nothing to worry about.

Question 6

swollen lymph node in groin for 1 wk now. got medication for it, still there. when should it normally go away? after how long should i see a dr agn?

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?: Is it better? If it  seems to be resolving would give a bit more time. If not improving follow up with your doctor.

Question 7

i have one swollen lymph node in my groin i have no symptoms is this hiv?

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Could be: Groin lymph nodes are common and could be due to sores in the privates or perineum or other sexually transmitted diseases. Cancer such as lymphoma can cause the same but usually it does not go away unless treated. Hiv can cause swollen lymph nodes but they are usually diffuse in multiple sites..

Question 8

i have what feels like 1 swollen lymph node in my groin. im sexually inactive last 3 yrs, but if it were due to hsv (though i dont believe i have hsv) should i expect lesions to appear soon? &if no lesions appear should i assume hsv isnt the cause?

Accepted Answer

: You can be sure it isn't herpes, which doesn't cause persistent lymph node enlargement.

Question 9

i have a swollen lymph node is my groin area. it has been characterized as smooth and mobile. what could this be?

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Your friends: Lymph nodes are there protecting you from infection. As a kid, when I'd start going barefoot in the summer, my groin nodes would pop up. This is common. Stop worrying and be thankful for good health.

Question 10

what are the possible causes of a large painless swollen lymph node in the groin (2 cm or so) that lasted about a month without other symptoms?

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Infection or tumor: A large palpable painless node in groin is abnormal and may be inflammatory or neoplastic. One checks the abdominal wall and skin of extremity  on the side of the node. Then one examines rectum and perianal area for inflammation or tumor.  If source not identified then node bx indicated to RO lymphoma or other cause.

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How does a swollen lymph node look around your groin? on black males?

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I found a swollen lymph node in my groin a week ago and as of yesterday i also have a couple swollen in my neck, no other symptoms?

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Why do i have a swollen lymph node in my groin ?

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What should i do about potential swollen lymph node in groin area?

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Ive had a single pea sized swollen lymph node in my groin for about 4 months now. i have no other symptoms. should i worry that it wont go away?

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Swollen lymph node in groin for 1 wk now. got medication for it, still there. when should it normally go away? after how long should i see a dr agn?

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I have one swollen lymph node in my groin i have no symptoms is this hiv?

A member asked:

I have what feels like 1 swollen lymph node in my groin. im sexually inactive last 3 yrs, but if it were due to hsv (though i dont believe i have hsv) should i expect lesions to appear soon? &if no lesions appear should i assume hsv isnt the cause?

A member asked:

I have a swollen lymph node is my groin area. it has been characterized as smooth and mobile. what could this be?

A member asked:

What are the possible causes of a large painless swollen lymph node in the groin (2 cm or so) that lasted about a month without other symptoms?

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