Why inflamed lymph nodes
As a rule, the inflamed lymph node (or multiple nodes), which is closest to the source of infection. For example, cervical lymph nodes become inflamed very often, in infectious diseases of the upper respiratory tract, diseases of the teeth or oral cavity, such as stomatitis. The occipital lymph nodes can become inflamed in traumatic injuries of the scalp, predelnye – infectious conjunctivitis. Lymph nodes in the groin often become inflamed when leg injuries, as well as in the case of sexually transmitted diseases.
The main symptom of inflammation of the lymph nodes to increase in size and tenderness. Often there is a General weakness, increase of temperature. If the pain in region of lymph nodes becomes very intense, and the skin in those areas turns red, then began to fester. If these symptoms are accompanied by a sharp rise in temperature, chills, a severe sense of weakness, the probability of purulent lymphadenitis. You need to go to the doctor and to immediately start treatment. It usually involves taking painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs, and antibiotics. As additional tools we can recommend a cold compress on the inflamed area of the site. In some cases it is necessary to resort to surgery to cut into the lymph node and to remove the accumulated pus.
What to do if inflamed lymph nodes
It should be noted that often the increase in size of the lymph node or multiple nodes, is not a symptom of their inflammation or any disease-causing processes in the body. If this increase is no pain, fever, speech can go only about more active work site. After some time, its size should return to normal. If this does not happen, or the size of the nodes continue to increase, you should consult a doctor.
If the cause inflammation of the lymph node lies in the colds, you will help is the Echinacea. 10 drops of the tincture should be diluted in 100 g of boiled water. Make means you need 3 times a day. When inflammation of the lymph nodes in the groin region can make the powder of Goldenseal canadian, with water. But in any case, you should seek the advice of a specialist, because the lymph nodes may signal a serious disease in our body.
