How do you treat a sore groin?
To speed the healing, you can:
- Ice the inside of your thigh to reduce pain and swelling. Experts recommend doing it for 20 to 30 minutes every 3 to 4 hours for 2 to 3 days, or until the pain is gone.
- Compress your thigh using an elastic bandage or tape.
- Take anti-inflammatory painkillers.
How long does it take for a groin strain to heal?
With rest and proper treatment, most groin strains heal on their own in about 4–8 weeks. More severe groin strains can take longer. It is very important to let the strain heal fully and get the doctor’s OK before going back to activities.
What causes groin infection?
Groin infections can be caused by a fungus (known as tinea or ‘jock itch’), by sexually transmitted infections like herpes, or by other types of infections. Some skin infections will clear up by themselves if you keep the area clean and dry.
What causes soreness and pain in the groin area?
Less commonly, a bone injury or fracture, a hernia, or even kidney stones might cause groin pain. Although testicle pain and groin pain are different, a testicle condition can sometimes cause pain that spreads to the groin area. Direct and indirect causes of groin pain can include: Avascular necrosis Osteonecrosis Death of bone tissue due to temporary or permanent loss of blood supply to the bones. (death of bone tissue due to limited blood flow)
What to do if your groin hurts?
Stretching may help relieve pain in the groin. Ice packs may be helpful in treating groin ache caused by a muscle strain. Testicular cysts may cause groin ache and nausea. Testicular trauma and other issues may cause groin aches.
When to worry about groin pain?
You should call your doctor about pain around your groin when: Go to the emergency room if you have intense pain, or you have pain along with fever, chills, and nausea.
Why is there severe pain in my groin?
Groin pain is a common symptom and can happen to anyone. There are some potential causes of groin pain that are more common than others. The most common cause of groin pain is a strain of the muscles, ligaments, or tendons in the groin area.