Pain in left inguinal region?

My first thought is that you probably have an inguinal hernia. The lack of a visible mass simply indicates that it has not become incarcerated or strangulated. The fact that you are constipated suggests that you may have been straining more recently to pass a bowel movement. If so, straining can cause the increased pain that you feel in the groin area.

Let me suggest that when you get out of the bath or shower, that you spread your legs ever so slightly and use your middle and index fingers together to press upward in the groin to the left of your vulva and just ahead of the pubic bone. While pressing upward, cough and see if you feel tissue trying to protrude against your finger tips. If yes, it is a good indication that you are in the early stages of an inguinal hernia.

I'd suggest you try using a warm tap water enema to relieve the constipation and thus any straining.

Best of luck to you. I've experienced both constipation and inguinal hernias. Hope this helps.

EDIT: I just read your posting "About me". I also want to wish you luck in being accepted into medical school. That will give you the opportunity to treat inguinal hernias and constipation instead of having them. LOL Good luck!

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