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What is acute lymphadenitis, is acute lymphadenitis dangerous is a question many people wonder, because acute lymphadenitis can be a sign that the body's immune system is being attacked. overload against infectious agents.
In the body, the lymphatic system plays an important role and is part of the immune system, performing the function of defending the body against infection. There are 500-600 lymph nodes scattered throughout the body along the lymphatic vessels. Lymph nodes are located in shallow areas under the skin such as the nape, neck, ears, chin, jaw, armpits, groin, ... and in areas deep inside such as the abdomen and chest.
1. What is acute lymphadenitis?
Acute lymphadenitis is an infection of the lymphatic vessels. When that happens, the body will make more white blood cells to fight infection and cause lymph nodes to swell.
Acute is inflammation that has only appeared for a short time (1 week). Acute lymphadenitis is a sign that the body's infection is becoming more serious.
2. Why acute lymphadenitis?
Acute lymphadenitis is caused by agents such as bacteria (streptococcal, staph, syphilis, tuberculosis, ...), viruses (measles, chickenpox, HIV, ...) lymph nodes and lymphatic vessels. Among them, streptococci and staphylococcus are the most common causes.
In addition, some other causes also increase the risk of acute lymphadenitis, such as diabetes, weakened immune system, prolonged use of steroid drugs, animal bites, ...
Besides In addition, cancerous conditions can also trigger acute lymphadenitis, such as breast cancer (most commonly, spreading to axillary lymph nodes), lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, prostate cancer, and prostate cancer. Stomach, rectal cancer, Crohn's disease.
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3. Manifestations of acute lymphadenitis
Acute lymphadenitis has the following manifestations:
Vessels and lymph nodes near the wound, the infected area is red, swollen and painful. Body weakness, fever, often chills, night sweats. Headache, loss of appetite. You may feel a cough, sore throat, runny nose, etc. Congested lymphatic vessels can cause swelling in the legs and groin.
4. Is acute lymphadenitis dangerous?
Acute lymphadenitis is a very dangerous condition because they can cause the following complications:
Skin infection, inflamed tissues, lymph node abscess. Infection, blood infection, affecting the life of the patient. If you see the following symptoms, the patient should immediately go to a medical facility to avoid acute lymphadenitis causing serious complications in the skin and blood:
Infection site, enlarged, red and painful lymph nodes heavier. There is purulent discharge in the lymph nodes. Prolonged high fever (above 38.3 degrees Celsius).
5. Diagnosis and treatment of acute lymphadenitis
First, acute lymphadenitis can be diagnosed by physical examination, examination, and palpation of lymphatic vessels to identify inflamed lymph nodes. In some cases, a culture or biopsy will be ordered to check if the infection has spread to the bloodstream.
Treatment of acute lymphadenitis is based on the underlying cause and the goal of treatment is to prevent the infection from spreading. Depending on the treatment experience, the doctor will prescribe treatment drugs including:
Antibiotics to fight bacteria or fungi causing the infection. Some patients may respond well to oral antibiotics and intravenous antibiotics are indicated in combination if the abscess continues to form, with an incision to drain the abscess. Children with lymphadenitis are often prescribed intravenous antibiotics. Analgesic . Applying heat to swollen lymph nodes can also help relieve pain. Anti-inflammatory drugs. In severe cases of acute lymphadenitis that obstructs a lymphatic vessel, surgical removal of the blocked vessel may be required.
Acute lymphadenitis with prompt treatment can respond well. Depending on the infection and the patient's condition, the recovery time will vary.
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