<s>[INST] i have a slight pain in my lower left (very low) abdomen that extends to just above my left testicle . it s more of a nagging discomfort. when i extend my right leg forward taking a large step and then move my left leg forward it hurts even more. or if i stand up straight force my hips forward it hurts a lot... do i have a hernia? YYYY@YYYY [/INST] Hello! Thank you for the query. Yes, this can be inguinal hernia indeed. Especially if your pain aggravates while coughing or lifting heavy objects. The lump can be visible in the groin. Such symptoms can be also caused by variocele, testicle inflammation, epidydimis. Sciatica due to spine disc herniation or nerve compression by pelvis muscles is also possible. I suggest you to visit your doctor, have physical examination, groin and testicle ultrasound performed at first. Hope this will help. Regards. </s>