A lump in the groin may be a small intractable hernia in the groin, such as a hiatal hernia, a possible spermatic syringomyelia, or a lymphangiectasia in the groin, and it is advisable to perform an ultrasound examination of the groin area to make a preliminary diagnosis. The common bumps in the inguinal region, which have no obvious symptoms in the early stages, can be diagnosed in a timely manner at the hospital for a preliminary diagnosis, such as a hernia that manifests as an intestinal canal, where a faint intestinal sound can be heard, and a syringomyelia that manifests as a syrinx-shaped cystic mass, which has a positive transillumination test, representing a fluid collection within the bump. In contrast, lymphangiectasia in the inguinal region is less common and is solid. It is still recommended to go to a regular hospital for timely examination to avoid delaying treatment.