Inflammation of lymph nodes in the neck in a child: causes and treatment
Lymphonoduses are organs that are designed forfiltration of lymph. In other words, these nodules hold up all viruses, bacteria and harmful substances in themselves, preventing them from spreading further. They also produce immune cells. Inflammation of the lymph nodes in the neck the child is one of the main symptoms of the presence in the body of a disease. In young children, it can be banal angina, laryngitis or mumps.
Inflammation of lymph nodes in the neck in children: causes
The appearance of this pathology can be caused by a number of factors:
- tuberculosis;
- various oral infections;
- diseases of colds. It is noticed that the inflammation of the lymph nodes in the child's neck is a sign that he is constantly ill;
- decrease in the protective functions of immunity, which can be caused by anemia, hypothermia, beriberi, stress or overexertion;
- infectious diseases (rubella, toxoplasmosis, mononucleosis, etc.);
- injury or trauma to the lymph node may also be the cause of its inflammation;
- sometimes this disease can manifest itself against allergic reactions, connective tissue diseases or even chronic alcoholism.
Inflammation of lymph nodes in the neck in a child: symptoms
As a rule, the emergence of this pathologyto notice is not so difficult. To the touch inflamed and enlarged lymph nodes are balls that are able to move or roll with any touch to them. Their magnitude can range from a small pea, to a bulky tumor the size of a chicken egg. When they touch them, the child complains of sharp pain. Also, inflammation can be accompanied by a fever and a headache.
Inflammation of lymph nodes in the neck in a child: diagnosis
The first thing you need to do to any mom atdetection of her "child" enlarged nodules, it is to seek advice from a pediatrician. If he confirms the presence of inflammation of the lymph nodes, it will be necessary to determine the cause of this pathology. And for this purpose a whole range of studies is assigned:
- a blood test (total), in which the amount of ESR is determined;
- a blood test for biochemistry with the determination of enzymes and tranaminases;
- blood test for STDs;
- urinalysis (general);
- a blood test for the presence of bacteria and parasites;
- a blood test for the presence of antibodies to the Epstein-Barr virus, CMV and the herpes virus.
Inflammation of lymph nodes in a child: treatment
After the manifestation of the causes of the disease all forcesare sent to remove his focus. This should only be done by a doctor, as in most cases, taking antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs (Medron, Prednisolone) is required. Very good and helps UHF therapy. But, attention! This does not apply to warming compresses, heaters or other similar methods (the infection can spread to the blood vessels and the brain). Also, the patient needs to follow the prescribed bed rest and take fortified foods and vitamins.
