Hi...my husband who is now 66 just noticed a lump on the ride side in the sac close to his leg.  He says its sore but doesnt want to see anyone.  What should I do?  I guess hes afraid it may be cancer.  He did have a lump removed about 15 yrs ago on the right hand side up higher it was benign.
Hi there, I would have your husband undergo an ultrasound. In most cases, masses that are painful are NOT associated with cancer. It sounds like a painful mass would be consistent with something more like an abscess.  An ultrasound is a quick and non-invasive test that can be done as an outpatient. I would reassure him and try to encourage him to get an ultrasound. I hope this is helpful. Feel free to contact me if you have any further questions.