Question 1

felt pain in groin area starting a week ago. throbbing,sharp pain.went to doc to see if hernia or groin pull.he said "it's a week spot"-sched ultra.y?

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Groin Pain: Assuming a patient can schedule an ultrasound for groin pain means they were given a script for it, therefore advised to get one.  Ultrasounds are a very benign diagnostic form of testing. If the pain has not resolved  on It's own nor relived by  over the counter medication like ibuprofen and a muscle rub, further investigation is warranted.

Question 2

what type dr. works on groin pull that may require surgery?

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Orthopedic surgeon: Groin pull may be muscles, or ligament, but if require surgery you may need an orthopedic surgeon.

Question 3

what kind of doctor sees somebody for groin hernia?

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Surgeon: A general surgeon can help fix this.

Question 4

abscess groin in women. what type of doctor should i see?

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See a doctor: Depending on where the pain is comming from maybe a gynecologist  or an internal medicine. I would start with your peimary family doctor and they would be able to direct you in the right direction.

Question 5

a week ago i noticed what seemed to be a cyst in my groin. it didn`t go away, actually it has grown to the size of a grape. i would like to know what kind of doctor do i need to see and how urgently?

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PCP: Start with your primary care provider. She/He can assess the lesion and either treat it or refer to the proper specialist. Urgency depends on your symptoms.
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Question 6

what type of doctor would i see for swollen gland in groin?

Accepted Answer

Physcian: Either pcp or gyn.

Question 7

how do i know if i have a hernia i have mild pain in the left side of my pelvic groin area. and what kind of doctor examines hernias?

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Hernia : Any type of doctor can examine. Doctors that are expert in diagnosis and treatment of this condition are general surgeon. Find a surgeon who has an interest in this area specifically

Question 8

what type of doctor would you see for nerve pain in the groin area caused by surgery.

Accepted Answer

Pain medicine: Ideally you should see your primary care physician first. Ask him/her about a referral to pain medicine. After evaluation, a pain medicine specialist will usually offer medications and injections to treat that pain.

Question 9

what type of doctor would i need to see in order to check out an enlarged lymph node in the groin?

Accepted Answer

General Surgeon: Nothing wrong with seeing your primary care doctor to put them on same page and get their impression.

Question 10

i have pain and swelling in groin. recent ct scan states nonspecific inguinal lymph node. what kind of doctor does a biopsy?

Accepted Answer

It depends: A radiologist can perform a ct guided needle biopsy.  A surgeon can perform an excisional biopsy.  Surgeons and other physicians may be able to perform  needle biopsies if they have access to ultrasound equipment or if the mass is palpable.

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Felt pain in groin area starting a week ago. throbbing,sharp pain.went to doc to see if hernia or groin pull.he said "it's a week spot"-sched ultra.y?

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What type dr. works on groin pull that may require surgery?

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What kind of doctor sees somebody for groin hernia?

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Abscess groin in women. what type of doctor should i see?

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A week ago i noticed what seemed to be a cyst in my groin. it didn`t go away, actually it has grown to the size of a grape. i would like to know what kind of doctor do i need to see and how urgently?

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What type of doctor would i see for swollen gland in groin?

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How do i know if i have a hernia i have mild pain in the left side of my pelvic groin area. and what kind of doctor examines hernias?

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What type of doctor would you see for nerve pain in the groin area caused by surgery.

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What type of doctor would i need to see in order to check out an enlarged lymph node in the groin?

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I have pain and swelling in groin. recent ct scan states nonspecific inguinal lymph node. what kind of doctor does a biopsy?

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