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Can a swollen inguinal lymph node pressing on the inguinal ligament from below cause irritation of the ilioinguinal nerve?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Anatomically the inguinal nerve artery and vein are in close proximity. A swelling of the lymph node could certainly cause irritation of the nerve.

Answered 9/10/2019

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