There are lymph nodes in the thigh root

There are lymph nodes in the groin, but generally speaking, the lymph nodes here cannot be felt. If the lymph nodes are more obvious, then it is very likely caused by enlarged lymph nodes. Swollen lymph nodes are not a good thing, and this health problem needs to be treated in a certain way. Here I will introduce to you some relevant knowledge about swollen lymph nodes in the groin!

1. Differential diagnosis

1. Enlargement of lymph nodes in one area is called localized lymphadenopathy, which is often seen in nonspecific lymphadenitis, lymph node tuberculosis and metastasis of malignant tumors. The primary lesion should be found according to the lymphatic drainage area. If lymph nodes are swollen in more than two areas, it should be considered as systemic lymphadenopathy, which is more common in acute and chronic lymphadenitis, infectious mononucleosis, leukemia, lymphoma, leptospirosis, scrub typhus, brucellosis, serum sickness, connective tissue disease, etc.

2. Associated symptoms can provide important clues to the cause of swollen lymph nodes.

(1) Patients with swollen lymph nodes accompanied by infection foci in the corresponding drainage areas, such as swollen submandibular and submental lymph nodes accompanied by tonsillitis and gingivitis, swollen axillary lymph nodes accompanied by mastitis, swollen postauricular lymph nodes accompanied by scalp infection, and swollen left inguinal lymph nodes accompanied by erysipelas of the left lower limb, can be diagnosed with nonspecific lymphadenitis.

(2) Lymph node enlargement accompanied by pain is usually caused by acute inflammation, often with local redness, swelling, heat and other inflammatory manifestations; while painless lymph node enlargement is common in malignant tumor metastasis, lymphoma, etc. Local lymph node enlargement accompanied by low fever, night sweats, and weight loss may indicate lymph node tuberculosis, malignant lymphoma, or other malignant tumors.

(3) Lymph node enlargement accompanied by periodic fever is often seen in malignant lymphoma; systemic lymph node enlargement accompanied by fever is seen in infectious mononucleosis, leukemia, lymphoma, etc., and occasionally in systemic lupus erythematosus.

(4) Lymph node enlargement accompanied by rash is often seen in certain infectious diseases or allergic diseases, and one should also be alert to lymphoma.

2. Treatment Methods

Western medicine treatment: Treat the cause of swollen lymph nodes. That is, targeted medication against bacteria, viruses, tuberculosis bacteria, cancer cells, etc. Antibacterial drugs, antiviral drugs, hormones, anti-tuberculosis drugs, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, etc.

Traditional Chinese medicine treatment: Chinese medicine for dissolving knots and reducing inflammation, acupuncture treatment.

3. Prevention methods

To prevent swollen lymph nodes, you should develop good living habits, do not stay up late, and get more rest; maintain a good attitude, stabilize your emotions, have healthy and good eating habits, eat more fruits and vegetables, etc., and avoid spicy and irritating foods; stay optimistic and in a good mood, and avoid anger, depression, and excessive thinking. Exercise actively, exercise reasonably, and enhance your physical fitness.