What causes pain in the left groin area?
Disease description:
I have been experiencing persistent pain in my left groin area recently, and sometimes the pain also radiates to the upper part of my thigh. The pain tends to worsen while walking. What could be causing this?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Common causes of left groin pain:
1. Muscle strain or sprain: This commonly occurs during vigorous activities such as exercise, running, or playing sports like soccer. If the cause is a muscle strain or sprain, appropriate rest and application of topical pain-relieving medications are recommended.
2. Hip joint problems: Arthritis of the hip joint can cause groin pain that may radiate to the thigh and buttocks.
3. Hernia: The groin area is a common site for hernias. Groin pain may occur when a hernia develops.
4. Lymph node inflammation or infection: The lymph nodes near the left groin are part of the body's immune system. Pain may result if these lymph nodes become infected or inflamed.
5. Gynecological conditions: Gynecological inflammation or pelvic inflammatory disease can also cause similar symptoms.
6. Other conditions: The groin area contains various structures including the femoral nerve, lymph nodes, blood vessels, and muscles. It is also close to the reproductive and urinary systems. Therefore, conditions such as left ovarian cysts in women, lumbar disc herniation, or urinary system diseases may also lead to left groin pain.
