Inguinal lumps can be caused by inguinal hernia, lymphadenitis, cysts and other diseases. 1. Inguinal hernia: hernia patients can be touched in the inguinal region of the prominent reproducible mass, initially small, can be accompanied by a feeling of swelling, soft texture, with the development of the condition of the mass can gradually increase. It can also be embedded and can not be returned to the situation, can be manifested as a hard mass, at this time the need for surgical treatment. 2. Malignant lesions of inguinal lymph nodes: lymphoma, lymphoblastic leukemia, lymphatic metastasis of malignant tumors can invade the inguinal lymph nodes, resulting in enlarged lymph nodes, hard texture, difficult to move, and no tenderness. 3. Inguinal cysts: Inguinal cysts are commonly found in people with poor hygiene and cleanliness. If bacterial infection occurs in the vestibular gland, it can lead to blockage of the opening, which in turn leads to the accumulation of secretions in the glandular cavity and the formation of cysts, resulting in hard lumps in the inguinal area. Hard lumps found in the groin, there may be other lesions caused by, should be timely medical treatment, improve the examination, clear diagnosis and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment.