<s>[INST] I am 41 years old with no significant medical history except hypothyroidism.  I am a normal height and weight.  Recently (2 weeks ago) I had a bruise on my left lower abdominal area near my hip.  I felt the area because it was tender and bruised and I had a pea sized lump there under the skin.  The lump is roundish and smooth.  It feels rubbery and moves.  It has stayed the same size for the last 2 weeks but the bruise is completely healed.  Can you give me an idea what this is?   Thanks. [/INST] Hello!Thank you for the query.From your description this sounds like a inguinal hernia. Especially if the lump is more visible when standing and less visible when lying down. It should move when standing and coughing.Please consult a surgeon with this lump. In case of any doubts, ultrasound should be done.Hernia needs to be fixed with surgery.Hope this will help.Regards. </s>