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Try one of these related symptoms.
Inguinal skin is red
Redness in the groin area
Inguinal area swollen red
About the Symptom
It is characterized by the presence redness in the groin and groin folds. Many skin diseases can cause groin redness, including irritation due to sweat, fungal skin infections, psoriasis and contact dermatitis.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Groin swelling on standing
- Groin pain
- Abdominal pain
Possible Causes
Generally, Groin area redness can be related to:
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin condition characterized by painful nodules and abscesses in the skin's folds.
- Inguinal Hernia
An inguinal hernia is a condition where a bulge appears in your groin region, in the area between your lower abdomen and your thigh, through a weakening of muscles in your lower abdomen. This bulge is commonly a protrusion of your tissue or abdominal organs such as your intestines. If not treated, inguinal hernias can result in an obstruction of your digestive system.
Related Serious Diseases
Sometimes, Groin area redness may be related to these serious diseases:
- Incarcerated Inguinal Hernia
An incarcerated inguinal hernia is a hernia of the small or large intestine that gets stuck in the groin or scrotum due to swelling and cannot be pushed back into the abdomen. It can lead to a strangulated hernia, where the blood supply to the intestine in the hernia gets cut off, causing complications.
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Is your groin area red?
- When did you first notice the redness, bumps, or irritation on your skin?
- How often do you experience redness, bumps, or irritation on the skin?
- How is your redness, bumps, or irritation on the skin now?
- Do you have multiple red areas or spots on your skin?
Reviewed By:
Sarita Nori, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Sarita Nori was drawn to dermatology because of the intersection of science and medicine that is at the heart of dermatology. She feels this is what really allows her to help her patients. “There is a lot of problem-solving in dermatology and I like that,” she explains. “It’s also a profession where you can help people quickly and really make a difference in their lives.” | Some of the typical skin problems that Dr. Nori treats include skin cancers, psoriasis, acne, eczema, rashes, and contact dermatitis. Dr Nori believes in using all possible avenues of treatment, such as biologics, especially in patients with chronic diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. “These medications can work superbly, and they are really life-changing for many patients.” | Dr. Nori feels it’s important for patients to have a good understanding of the disease or condition that is affecting them. “I like to educate my patients on their problem and have them really understand it so they can take the best course of action. Patients always do better when they understand their skin condition, and how to treat it.”
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
Content updated on Feb 6, 2025
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