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Gilmore's Groin

"Gilmore's groin, also called a sportsman's hernia, is a chronic muscular groin pain commonly acquired by sportspersons involved in regular kicking or twisting movements, such as soccer or rugby. Treatment of Gilmore's groin includes adequate rest, painkillers,

steroid injections, and physiotherapy."

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Please suggest some medicine to cure sports hernia or Gilmore's groin.

Query: Hi doctor, I suffer from sports hernia or Gilmore's groin. I have severe pain at the sphincter of the inguinal canal and scrotum. Please suggest some medicine to cure it.  Read Full »

Dr. Saurabh Subhash Pandya

Dr. Saurabh Subhash Pandya

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Gilmore's groin needs surgical treatment, or it is best to restore the torn ligaments of the inguinal canal. Medications reduce pain temporarily. You should consult a surgeon soon for treating the condition. Other conditions like cord swelling and orchalgia have to be r...  Read Full »

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