Patient's question:
The child is four and a half years old. Initially, they had a high fever with a lump behind the ear, which was said to be lymph nodes. After applying the ointment, everything seemed fine. The child took the medicine, and the fever subsided, but the lymph nodes not only didn't shrink but grew larger. The child was in so much pain that they could only cry. The child was first seen at the township health center and later treated at the county people's hospital.Doctor's answer:
Hello, the symptoms of the child are considered to be lymphadenitis. You can use a towel for hot compress on the lymph nodes, apply tincture of iodine for disinfection, and take oral medications such as acetylsulfamethoxazole or cefuroxime granules for anti-inflammatory treatment. Pay attention to drinking more water and avoid spicy and irritating foods.Pharyngitis in children has a significant impact on patients. It is recommended that the patient seek timely medical attention at a specialized clinic and follow the doctor's guidance for treatment. Appropriate exercise can be done in daily life, but attention should be paid to preventing "internal heat" (excess heat in the body). We hope the child can recover as soon as possible!