Actinic keratosis (AK) (also called solar keratosis or sun spots ) is a common precancerous skin condition caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet light. Skin cancer â the abnormal growth of skin cells â most often develops on skin exposed to the sun.
1 A rare cause of axillary swelling may be breast cancer or lymphoma. 2  The lymph nodes in the groin (femoral or inguinal lymph nodes) may swell from an injury or infection in the foot, leg, groin, or genitals.3  In rare cases, testicular cancer, lymphoma, or melanoma may cause a lump in this area. A rare cause of axillary swelling may be breast cancer or lymphoma. 2  The lymph nodes in the groin (femoral or inguinal lymph nodes) may swell from an injury or infection in the foot, leg, groin, or genitals.
Some infections or conditions near the groin may not cause swollen lymph glands, so it's important to see a physician if something seems abnormal for more than a few days. Symptoms of Swollen Lymph Nodes. Symptoms of swollen lymph nodes include pain and tenderness in and around the nodes, and you may have a fever or night sweats. The swelling may make the node the size of a kidney bean or larger. Your swollen lymph nodes may harden and become fixed, depending on the immune response. Swollen lymph nodes throughout your body may indicate a general infection. A blocked lymph node too far under your skin to feel could be the cause of a swollen limb. Diagnosis Swelling of the lymph nodes in the groin could point to a localized infection in that part of the body, such as an abscess, boil or cut on the skin.