Question
There’s a lump in the inguinal area that won’t go away on its own. What should I do?
Answer
Based on your described symptoms, it may be an inguinal hernia. This is a congenital condition related to embryonic development that typically requires surgical treatment. The hernia sac has not fully closed or locked in place, allowing abdominal contents such as intestines to enter the scrotal area, forming a lump. This condition is unlikely to heal on its own and may lead to incarceration or compression, so early surgery is necessary.