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Treatment of swollen lymph node

treatment based on  tha cause
Antibiotic like cefurxime 500mg 1*2*7
Anti inflammatory drugs like ibuoprofen 400 mg 1*3*5
. If there is An abscess may require drainage and antibiotic
And Apply a warm, wet compress, such as a washcloth dipped in hot water and wrung out, to the affected area

Diagnosis of swollen lymph node

medical history
physical exam
Blood tests
Imaging studies
Lymph node biopsy

Symptoms of swollen lymph node

Tenderness and pain in the lymph nodes
Swelling that may be the size of a pea or kidney bean, or even larger in the lymph nodes
General swelling of lymph nodes throughout your body. When this occurs, it may indicate an infection, such as HIV or mononucleosis, or an immune system disorder, such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis
Hard, fixed, rapidly growing nodes, indicating a possible cancer or lymphoma
Fever and Night sweats indicate skin infection and abscess formation

Causes of lymph node enlargment of arm

Trauma
infection
Lymphoma
Skin or wound infections
Rheumatoid arthritis
Cat scratch fever
Immune system disorders

What is Lymph nodes/ Lymph glands

play a vital role in your body's ability to fight off infections. They function as filters, trapping viruses, bacteria and other causes of illnesses before they can infect other parts of your body. Common areas where you might notice swollen lymph nodes include your neck, under your chin, in your armpits and in your groin

 

Advice

If no response you should see the surgeon doctor  to complete the treatment and to make the necessary tests