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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.

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