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24 year old son thought had a hernia, told it was lymph nodes, plays hockey, snowboards, extreme mountain biking, has had various cold flu syptoms ?
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Need more info: Inguinal lymph node enlargement is not uncommon, but large enough to simulate a hernia is unusual. He should see a doctor and follow up with them if there is any change in this.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Nonspecific : Enlarged lymph nodes in the groin can mimick a hernia. Could be indicative if a wound on the same lower extremity, or could be an occult hernia. May need a dynamic ultrasound or ct scan to be sure.
Answered 11/9/2012
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