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granulomatous lymphadenitis
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How can lymphadenitis be prevented?
Prevention of lymphadenitis depends on prompt treatment of bacterial and viral infections.
What is lymphadenitis?
Lymphadenitis is an infection of the lymph nodes themselves. [1] 1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lymphadenitis
What are the symptoms of lymphadenitis?
Lymphadenitis is marked by swollen lymph nodes that are painful, in most cases, when the doctor touches them. If the lymphadenitis is related to an infected wound, the skin over the nodes may be red and warm to the touch.
What types of lymphadenitis are there?
Lymphadenitis may be either generalized, involving a number of lymph nodes; or limited to a few nodes in the area of a localized infection.
What is another name for subacute thyroiditis?
DeQuervain's thyroiditis, giant cell thyroiditis, granulomatous thyroiditis, subacute granulomatous thyroiditis, Silent thyroiditis
What is the cure for lympitis?
In patients with lymphadenitis, treatment depends on the causative agent and may include the following: * Antimicrobial therapy * Expectant management: Catscratch disease is usually benign and self-limited and generally does not require treatment with antibiotics. * Chemotherapy * Radiotherapy Treatment for lymphadenitis may include: * Rest * Warm compresses * Elevation of the affected area * Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain: o Ibuprofen o Naproxen o Ketoprofen * Narcotic pain medication * Antibiotic therapy for lymphadenitis * Surgery for lymphadenitis: * Needle aspiration for lymphadenitis: o Removing infected fluid from the lymph gland with a needle * Incision and drainage for lymphadenitis.
The condition also known as swollen glands is?
lymphadenitis
What term describes an inflammation of the lymph nodes?
Lymphadenitis
Can be cause by cancer treatments burns or trauma?
lymphadenitis
What are the early symptoms of lymphadenitis?
The early symptoms of lymphadenitis are swelling of the nodes caused by a buildup of tissue fluid and an increased number of white blood cells resulting from the body's response to the infection.
What type of doctor treats Chronic Granulomatous Disease?
Immunologist
What is the root words and suffix of lymphadenitis?
The root words of lymphadenitis are "lymph" and "aden," referring to the lymphatic system and glands, respectively. The suffix "-itis" indicates inflammation.
