When should you go to hospital straight away?

A groin lump that suddenly becomes painful, hard or cannot go back in; or a lump with vomiting or inability to pass stool or gas. Emergency number: 999.

Where can I find general surgeons?

Most general surgeons are listed in Dhaka (603), Cumilla (98), Rangpur (96), Chattogram (92), Tangail (65). Pick your district for chamber addresses.

Groin lump, hernia

For groin lump, hernia, see general surgeons first.

A soft bulge in the groin or near the belly button that may go back when lying down. Usually a hernia.

Also searched as: কুঁচকিতে ফোলা, নাভি ফোলা, kuchkite phola, nabhi fola

Go to hospital now

A groin lump that suddenly becomes painful, hard or cannot go back in; or a lump with vomiting or inability to pass stool or gas

Call 999

Who to see: General Surgeons

A general surgeon examines the problem and decides whether it needs an operation.

Related symptoms

Testicle pain or swelling

Common questions

Which doctor should I see for groin lump, hernia (kuchkite phola)?: See general surgeons first. A general surgeon examines the problem and decides whether it needs an operation.
When should you go to hospital straight away?: A groin lump that suddenly becomes painful, hard or cannot go back in; or a lump with vomiting or inability to pass stool or gas. Emergency number: 999.
Where can I find general surgeons?: Most general surgeons are listed in Dhaka (603), Cumilla (98), Rangpur (96), Chattogram (92), Tangail (65). Pick your district for chamber addresses. Dhaka Cumilla Rangpur Chattogram Tangail