Patient's question:
How is submandibular lymphadenitis treated? There's a hard lump near the submandibular lymph nodes, and it's particularly painful when lightly pressed or touched. Due to busy work, I haven't had a thorough examination at the hospital yet, but I did visit a small clinic. The doctor at the small clinic said it was submandibular lymphadenitis, and I've been taking medication for two days, but it hasn't been effective. How is submandibular lymphadenitis treated?Doctor's answer:
Currently, there is no need to be overly concerned about this situation. It may be caused by localized inflammation, which could be due to recurrent inflammation in the mouth or tonsils, leading to these symptoms. Oral antibiotics for infection treatment could be considered. If the symptoms persist or recur, further examination in the hospital is recommended. Lymph node puncture can be performed to further clarify and confirm the diagnosis.