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Groin Pain
Groin Pain (Overview)
Groin pain refers to discomfort in the area where the abdomen ends and the legs begin.
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Is there groin pain in women?
Absolutely: Women may experience groin pain due to a condition of the genitals or reproductive organs. Pain can also radiate into the groin from a condition of the hip, lower spine, pelvis, kidney, bladder, or colon. ...Read more
Groin Pain (Overview)
Groin pain refers to discomfort in the area where the abdomen ends and the legs begin.
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Low groin pain in my husband?
Possible hernia: May be a hernia so go see your doctor. ...Read more
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Managing Neck Pain (Checklist)
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What can I take for groin pain?
Groin pain:
It depends on what the cause is, but if it is due to a muscle strain or ligament injury you should rest from vigorous activity for 2 weeks and take an anti-inflammatory medication like advil (ibuprofen) or
aleve. If there is a bulge in the area of pain, you would need a medical evaluation to check for a hernia.
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What are the causes of groin pain?
Many Causes: Groin pain can be due to serious infections, inflammation, trauma, malignancy (cancer), and other abnormal processes. Because groin pain can be a symptom of a serious or life-threatening condition, you should seek prompt medical care and talk with your medical professional about your symptoms. ...Read more
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Managing Knee Pain (Checklist)
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Help! What could be causing my groin pain?
Hip or hernia: The most common conditions would be a hernia, soft tissue injury around the hip, or a problem in the hip itself such as a labral tear or femoroacetabular impingement. See a specialist for diagnosis. ...Read more
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Why do I have groin pain on the left side?
Get it evaluated.: The most likely cause is a problem with the hip but there are several other possible etiologies. Get it evaluated and then you will know. ...Read more
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Managing Pain from Cancer (Checklist)
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Why male gets groin pain after sensual experience?
May be "blue balls":
If men get aroused but don't ejaculate (cum), it's common to feel a dull, achy discomfort in the groin. The popular term is "blue balls." the cure for it is to ejaculate.
If you try this and it's all better, it's probably nothing to worry about.
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Living with Ongoing Pain (Checklist)
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What usually is the cause of somebody's groin pain?
Depends-Need More: It would depend on associated factors. If you are very active, it could be a muscle strain. If there are lumps/bumps in the area, it could be lymph nodes associated with infection. Pain could be referred from reproductive organs, back, or hip. Timing of the pain could indicate a possible cause. There is just not enough information. ...Read more
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What causes groin pain in women? Where is their groin?
Many Causes: Women may experience groin pain due to a condition of the genitals or reproductive organs. Pain can also radiate into the groin from a condition of the hip, lower spine, pelvis, kidney, bladder, or colon. ...Read more
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Managing Back Pain (Checklist)
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Left side groin pain feels like kicked in the balls, why?
Pain: If the pain is sudden in onset, and you think is bothering you a lot then you might need to get it checked out. It could be most commonly secondary to musculoskeletal reasons, but an abdominal infection could also be a concern Every thing depends upon the whole clinical picture. ...Read more
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Can you tell me reasons why I always have constant groin pain?
Joint or tendon: In a 32 year old if it is not a genitourinary issue it could be musculoskeletal. Deep in the joint it could be a torn labrum. It can also be a tendonitis of the hip flexor or adductor muscles. Physical exam and clinical information would help to decipher the source. In a male an inguinal hernia would need to be ruled out. Sports hernias are also common source of groin pain. ...Read more
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Managing Chronic Pelvic Pain (Checklist)
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What causes groin pain? Person almost fell and has been having severe groin pain sense.
Severe groin pain: The first thing that comes to mind is the possible torsion of the testicle. Under those conditions I would go to the er for immediate evaluation. ...Read more
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What could be the cause of while on a hike develop sever groin pain, has lasted 3 months?
See physician: Groin pain is concerning for arthritis or hip impingement. Other diagnosis include a stress fracture, pinched nerve, or hernia. If it has been going on without improvement, see a specialist. ...Read more
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I have groin pain when I mainly sit & sometime when I'm standing and comes & goes. What could be wrong?
Groin Pain: Groin pain can be caused by a number of different things. It could be coming from a hernia, from your back, from your hip, or from a number of different things. Your doctor should be able to help narrow things down with you. ...Read more
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I have been having lower right groin pain. It is not all the time but at least once to twice a day the pain is bad?
Depends: Groin pain can be due to a number causes, gynecologic, musculoskeletal (hips/back) or genitourinary. Further evaluation of your pain would be warranted by a primary care physician to begin. ...Read more
