Hi Im a 21 year old female. Ive had a small quarter sized lump in my groin area for over 3 weeks. It cannot be seen, only felt when I press on it and it is painful when touched. It is in the fold of skin when my upper leg means my pelvis area. I dont know what it is and if I should see a doctor.
Welcome to Chat Doctor .1. The most possible cause of lump with pain on touch - infective etiology (carbuncle / fur uncle /abscess) Infection of hair follicles.2. The other possible cause could be lymph nodal enlargement. (the cause could be any underlying infections / recent fever / systemic causes)But they are not so pain on touch. 3. Other causes - Lipomas.(pain less lump)4. If you are my patient, I would have first examined and send for ultrasound to find out the nature of the lump, involvement of the adjacent structures.5. Yes, better you see your doctor before it gets complicated. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? Do not hesitate. Thank you.