Groin pain
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Also known as: groin discomfortContent medically reviewed byDr. Karthikeya T MMD, Internal MedicineView full profile onLinkedInOVERVIEWTREATMENTSPECIALISTSelf-treatment: Self- care steps that may be helpful in some less- serious cases:Use ice pack on the sore areaStop any activity that puts strain on the groin areaRest for a day or twoTry an over- the- counter pain reliever like ibuprofenDo not lift heavy objectsSee a doctor if you notice: Groin pain does not improve with home treatment within a few daysMild testicle pain occurs longer than a few daysA lump or swelling in or around a testicleSee a doctor immediately if you notice:Intensity of pain keeps increasingTender bump just above the groin crease that does not flatten when you lie down or press on itOverall abdominal swelling or painFever of 100.4°F (38°C) or above lasting for 24 to 48 hoursRepeated vomitingPain that moves to the lower right abdomen, just below the waistline, or spreads to the backSudden, severe testicle painWhat are the causes?What are the related conditions?What specialists to consult?For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Use ice pack on the sore area Stop any activity that puts strain on the groin area Rest for a day or two Try an over- the- counter pain reliever like ibuprofen Do not lift heavy objects Groin pain does not improve with home treatment within a few days Mild testicle pain occurs longer than a few days A lump or swelling in or around a testicle Intensity of pain keeps increasing Tender bump just above the groin crease that does not flatten when you lie down or press on it Overall abdominal swelling or pain Fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or above lasting for 24 to 48 hours Repeated vomiting Pain that moves to the lower right abdomen, just below the waistline, or spreads to the back Sudden, severe testicle pain
Use ice pack on the sore area
Stop any activity that puts strain on the groin area
Rest for a day or two
Try an over- the- counter pain reliever like ibuprofen
Do not lift heavy objects
Groin pain does not improve with home treatment within a few days
Mild testicle pain occurs longer than a few days
A lump or swelling in or around a testicle
Intensity of pain keeps increasing
Tender bump just above the groin crease that does not flatten when you lie down or press on it
Overall abdominal swelling or pain
Fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or above lasting for 24 to 48 hours
Repeated vomiting
Pain that moves to the lower right abdomen, just below the waistline, or spreads to the back
Sudden, severe testicle pain
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