Had an ultrasound scan for lump and pain in groin on left hand side , told its bruised muscle and to see my gp. what can be the problem its not hernia?

Pain: Groin pain can come from a muscle strain injury or a hernia. Needs a physical examination with a doctor to tell what you may have. Muscle strain injuries heal on their own. Hernias may need surgery.

Lymph node: Inguinal masses are typically either hernia or adenopathy, a swollen lymphatic mass. Groin ultrasound or even ct abdomen/pelvis will reveal the specific finding...