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I have a lump that bulges out in my groin area. i believe this is inguinal hernia. but however i don't seem to have any pain at all. why is this so?
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Not unusual: Most are asymptomatic early on, but enlarge and become symptomatic.
Answered 6/17/2013
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Not yet incarcerated: History is consistent with an inguinal hernia. May not be painful since nothing is stuck - incarcerated or strangulated - which can be an emergency. Recommend prompt evaluation by a general surgeon.
Answered 4/16/2015
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