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Can A Swollen Gland In Groin Cause Testicle Pain?
Groin pain refers to discomfort in the area where the abdomen ends and the legs begin. This article focuses on groin pain in men.
Alternative Names
Pain - groin; Lower abdominal pain; Genital pain; Perineal pain
Considerations
In males, the terms "groin" and "testicle" are sometimes used interchangeably. But what causes pain in one won't necessarily do so in the other.
Common Causes
Common causes of groin pain in men include:
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