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How to figure out what is this pain i'm getting in the groin area?

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Dr. Andrew Hoffman answered

Specializes in General Surgery

A good History/exam: Getting the idea of what started the symptoms and examining for muscle pain or a hernia will help explain most pain of this nature in your age group.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 8/28/2013

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