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What could be wrong a 7 yr old boy is in pain near his groin? is it a hernia?

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Dr. Gregg Nishi answered

Specializes in Bariatrics

Hernia: It could be a hernia. Is there any bulging in the groin area? Should see a pediatric surgeon.

Answered 10/6/2013

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Maybe,maybe not: Could be a hernia, a swollen lymph node, a pulled muscle, a tender area after trauma, etc.His primary care doc can sort it out.

Answered 1/5/2019

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