A couple of days ago I noticed a severely bruised feeling area near my right groin area (from looking at diagrams possibly the inguinal node ages). No bruising exists but the area is very tender to the touch and an ache has begun to radiate down the leg to the knee area. Also during this time, I have been feeling slightly ill, running a low grade fever of around 100 and experiencing chills and night sweats. I live in a rural area and am wondering if this is something I should seek medical attention for or just give it a few days to pass. Thanks.
Thanks for asking in Chat Doctor forum In short: Any infection in lower limbs can cause inguinal lymph node swelling with pain. Explanation: Please look if you have any infection/problem below waist. Any infection below waist can cause inguinal lymph node swelling. So, you can take antibiotics for this.  But it is better you visit a doctor and get examined yourself for proper diagnosis and treatment.