Swollen lymph node in child's neck

Just don't touch, heat, or massage this lump.

The child's immune system was dormant, do everything necessary: give immunomodulators, feed high-quality, strong food, more vitamins. And don't rush to cut it out, because in 90% of cases it goes away on its own.

We had the same thing around that age too. Any cold would cause the lymph node to swell. It went away after a while. The doctor also diagnosed it as lymphadenitis.

I had the same thing. I insisted on an oncology consultation—it was lymphadenitis. Everything went away on its own. Don't worry, it's common at this age. I understand you're concerned—go see an oncologist just in case, but I assure you, it will pass.

We've also had an enlarged one for almost a year after illnesses. They told us to monitor it. I don't know what to do—should I see another doctor? But I know many people are born with enlarged ones and live with them.

Just in case, consult with another doctor.

I don't want to scare you; after all, doctors can see your child's lymph node and know better what to do and what not to do, but I'll still write about what happened with my son.

Three years ago, my son developed a tiny bruise on the inner side of his thigh. The bruise didn't hurt, there was no fever, and my son only complained of slight weakness. Just in case, I took him to a doctor, who didn't say anything definite and advised going to the hospital so that doctors there could make a diagnosis, as they have more experience. At the hospital, they immediately said it was lymphadenitis, observed him for a day, and still decided to remove the lymph node. The surgeon said it was so melted from pus that it drained during the operation.

Sometimes, when you have a cold, your lymph nodes may swell. If nothing else is bothering you, leave them alone; it will go away. You need to treat the cold itself.

My son had the same thing, it went away on its own after 5 years. Don't worry!

We drank homeopathic drops LYMPHOMYOSOT!!!

Very good!!!!!

We boosted immunity with IMUNOFLAZID—drank it for 3 months without a break!!!

It helped a lot))))

Ladies, thank you

Blonde, we were prescribed the same drops. How quickly did they help you?

We also took them for a long time, about a month probably!

Don't expect quick results, but the drops are truly a treasure!!!

The main thing is to boost the child's immunity at the same time!

Stay healthy!

My little son also has a swollen lymph node on his neck. On the first day, his neck hurt a lot, and he had a slight fever of 37.2°C. His neck hurt for one day, and we gave him gentamicin injections as the doctors advised. It's been two weeks now, and it's still a bit enlarged. I'm very worried. He's four and a half years old, and after the injections, he doesn't say whether the lymph node hurts or not.

Please tell me, is it possible to vacation in the south or abroad with enlarged lymph nodes?

Please tell me, my little son has had an enlarged lymph node on his neck since he was one month old, about half the size of a finger joint. He is now one year and three months old. The lymph node hasn't grown larger, and it moves around—it's not fixed. I'm very worried. The doctors say it will go away, but it has been enlarged for so long already.

We also had an enlarged lymph node from 10 months old after having pharyngitis, and it would constantly swell and shrink, but we have throat issues (it often gets inflamed). We had an ultrasound done (the lymph node was within normal limits). After all the baby teeth came out (and teething always came with a red throat for us), the lymph node went away on its own. So, don't worry, you can take "Lymphomyosot"—it's a very good homeopathic remedy.

We have an enlarged lymph node in our neck, we are 2 years old, and the doctor is referring us for a Mantoux test. Can it be done without preliminary tests?

My son is 6 years old; after having a cold, his lymph nodes in the neck became enlarged. We tried compresses and antibiotics, but they didn't help. About two weeks later, he got sick again with a high fever, which lasted for three days. While I was on sick leave with him, I also got sick, and my lymph nodes enlarged as well. They don't hurt, but the sensation is unpleasant. We went to an ENT specialist who said it's due to adenoids causing the enlargement. We had an ultrasound, a complete blood count, and were tested for viruses. They found the Epstein-Barr virus. It seems like he had mononucleosis, and I got infected. We're going to the doctor on Monday. Has anyone else had this virus? How is it treated? Our ENT doesn't seem very knowledgeable. She didn't prescribe Lymphomyosot until I mentioned it to her...

We were also prescribed Lymphomyosot for our 11-month-old son, with a dosage of 5 drops three times a day for two weeks, then a two-week break, and this cycle repeated three times. However, the pediatrician didn't mention whether to dilute it or not, but the instructions say to dilute it with water. How did you do it?

I didn't dilute it. Lymphomyosot doesn't help. They also prescribed Isoprinosine, two courses of 10 days each. While we take it, the lymph nodes go back to their place, but after finishing the course, they seem enlarged again. So, we've taken Isoprinosine, and now we're treating with folk remedies. Onion, garlic, I brew echinacea.

My son (6 years old) has an inflamed lymph node on his neck, but when I touch it and observe the surrounding area, doctors can't say anything. They did an ultrasound and everything is normal. I can't understand it. Could it be that bad teeth are causing the swelling?

Well, if the lymph node is inflamed, an ultrasound won't show it as normal; there will still be enlargement, lymphadenopathy. If it's not a lymph node, it might be some kind of cyst—you should see a surgeon. It's unlikely to be from bad teeth, but if there's inflammation, then yes. Get a blood test done.

Tatyana! We've also been diagnosed with mononucleosis, and our lymph nodes are swollen too—they haven't gone down for two weeks now. We took the antibiotic Hemamycin, treated the throat with Iodinol (if it's tolerated well) and Vinilin. I've been applying Levomecol ointment to the neck, but I don't think it's helping much. The throat is back to normal, no fever, but the lymph nodes aren't going away. I'm worried.

The lymph nodes can take up to six months to return to normal, as my infectious disease specialist told me. We completed two courses of Isoprinosine for 10 days each, and they seemed to shrink—not completely back to normal, but definitely better than before. Alongside that, we used Viferon suppositories for 5 days. We also took antibiotics; the fever went away, but the lymph nodes didn't. Mononucleosis is a viral illness, so go see an infectious disease specialist to get a prescription. Isoprinosine is a strong antiviral medication, and some children don't tolerate it well, but it does help against the Epstein-Barr virus. In any case, let the doctor prescribe it. It's best not to apply anything to the lymph nodes—no ointments or compresses. Boost your immunity. Echinacea is a folk remedy; I give a decoction of it after meals, and we drink it.

Thank you so much! We've been prescribed physical therapy sessions now, so we're attending those. We'll definitely go see an infectious disease specialist.

How to treat a child who is 13 years old, please advise!!

How to treat a 13-year-old child, please advise! He has a swollen lymph node! I beg you!!!!

We were also prescribed antibiotics (Hemamycin) because of a sore throat, and the ENT specialist also recommended applying iodine grids at night on the lymph node, as well as dry heat (heated salt) and applying that to the lymph node too. At first, I had read that heat should not be applied, so I mentioned it to the ENT, and she said that if you're taking antibiotics, then heat is actually beneficial. And indeed, after a few days, they started to shrink! Good luck to you!

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Hello, my son is 11 months old. After a cold, the lymph nodes on his neck became inflamed. The doctor prescribed Viferon suppositories, and they seemed to go away, but then they came back. How do we treat them???

My son also had this. While taking Isoprinosine, we used Viferon, and the lymph nodes would go down, then swell up again. It's necessary to complete more than one course. We did two courses (Viferon + Isoprinosine). It's been 1.5 months since the second course. I wouldn't say the lymph nodes are back to normal, but they have decreased significantly compared to before.
Eat garlic, onions, fresh juices, boost immunity, avoid colds.
The main thing is that he doesn't get sick. Enlarged lymph nodes can persist for up to six months.

People, are you out of your minds? Under no circumstances should you heat lymph nodes!!!!! No compresses, no iodine grids!!!!! Have mercy on the children! I am the mother of a child who had lymphoma (cancer of the lymphoid tissue). No drops, no suppositories! Go to the doctor!!!! And as for ENTs like the one Olga (case #26) ended up with, they should be strangled!

Natalia, you really scared me((( What should I do in this case to reduce the lymph nodes???

We have had an enlarged lymph node since 9 months old, and now we are 1 year and 9 months old. I don't know what to do? Should there be blood flow in the lymph node on an ultrasound, or not? We don't have any—is that good or bad? What are the sizes of your enlarged lymph nodes? Has anyone used nasal drops like Naphthyzin during pregnancy?

My son is 16 years old, and his lymph nodes have been enlarged for almost a year. The doctor prescribed Lymphomyosot, Azithromycin, and Genferon, but they didn't help. They've now scheduled an abdominal ultrasound, CBC, and OAM. What is this illness?

My little boy has an inflamed lymph node on his neck. We did a blood test, and the blood work is normal. He doesn't have a fever, but it's not going away and is bulging on his neck. I don't know what to do!!!*?????????

My son is 2.4 years old. After bronchitis, a lymph node on the right side became inflamed. It doesn't hurt, doesn't bother him, and there's no fever. He was prescribed Lymphomyosot. So far, there's no result. I don't know what to do.

My child is 6.5 years old. A month ago, the lymph nodes on both sides of the neck became inflamed, and the throat was red. They were diagnosed with viral tonsillitis and lymphadenitis. The temperature was 39-39.5°C for 4 days. We took the antibiotic Flemoxin Solutab, Isoprinosine for immunity, and Imudon for the throat. Now, the temperature remains at 37-37.2°C, the throat is loose and slightly red, and the lymph nodes haven't gone away. I don't know what to do......

Vera, you have nothing serious, there's no need to worry. It's when lymph nodes have been enlarged for over a year that it should really be a concern. Most likely, you have some kind of rotavirus infection. Get a bacterial culture test done.

Nastasya, how long have the lymph nodes been swollen?

Please, can you tell me what to do? My son is 6 years old, and the lymph nodes in his groin and neck still haven't gone away. They appeared after he caught a cold when he was 5 months old. Oncologists say I shouldn't touch them unless they start to itch, grow, or change color—only then. But this still worries me a lot.

Zaliya, please email me at ula2406@mail.ru. We have the same problem, have seen many doctors, and finally found peace of mind.

The doctor admitted me to the hospital, didn't prescribe any medication, only amoxicillin, but the swelling isn't going away. I don't know what to do.

Hello!! My son (3 years 8 months) had a viral respiratory infection in August. He has an enlarged lymph node under his jaw on the right side (2*2 cm). We've seen a surgeon, an ENT specialist, a hematologist, and a pediatrician. He's had blood tests several times (all normal). Everyone says it will go away on its own. He has no fever and doesn't seem to be in pain (according to him)... A few months ago, we did a mouth culture and found Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus. He took bacteriophages for Pseudomonas and staphylococcus, and we sprayed IRS 19. The lymph node remained the same as before. We also tried some device for heating it and gave him Lymphomyosot.

I'm really worried(( What should I do?? Who else should I see?? What tests should we get??

Lyudmila, don't worry, we have the same thing. We were treated for golden staph, and I can tell you that the most important thing is that it's not cancer—the rest isn't as crucial. Just keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't get bigger. I've been to many doctors, spent a year running around with these lymph nodes, and finally, I've calmed down. Ours have been enlarged for over a year.

If enlarged lymph nodes increase during illness and decrease after illness, it is not cancer, and there is no need to worry. Enlarged lymph nodes can remain for a lifetime, and it means nothing.

Yulia, thank you!!!))) That's reassuring))) And what did you use to treat the golden staph??? And for how long??

Lyudmila, we didn't specifically treat the staph, we were just given a list of antibiotics to which the staph is sensitive. Sumamed was prescribed because the enlarged lymph nodes had grown even larger. I got really scared, thinking it might be cancer, but they diagnosed acute lymphadenitis. We took Sumamed, and the lymph nodes shrank back to their previous size, though they didn't disappear completely. They also found adenoids, and they said it's most likely lymphopathy because of that. They prescribed a two-month treatment. So far, no results are visible. We also just recovered from stomatitis, and the submandibular ones doubled in size, so now I'm keeping an eye on them.

Ilya, which group of lymph nodes is enlarged in your son? My 14-year-old son has an enlarged inguinal lymph node up to 3 cm, blood and urine tests are normal. He was given intramuscular Claforan for 10 days, applied Vishnevsky ointment at night, and a compress with Dimexide during the day. In 3 weeks, the lymph node decreased by only 0.5 cm. The hematologist said to stop the compresses and observe for a month. Have you been tested for various infections? How are you treating it now?

My son is 14 years old. He has enlarged lymph nodes on his neck, not in the front but in the back of his head. They don't bother him at all; I only noticed them today, and he says they've always been like that. Should I be concerned???

Anastasia, such things should not be ignored; see a doctor, it won't hurt.