Question
My child is four and a half years old. They started with a high fever and a hard lump behind the ear. The doctor said it was a lymph node. After using ointment, the fever went down, but the lymph node not only didn’t shrink, it got bigger, and the child is very painful, they can only cry. We first went to the local health center, then to the county hospital for treatment, but it didn’t get any better. Should we refer to another department?
Answer
Please bring your child to a specialized clinic for medical consultation, allowing the doctor to conduct further examination and diagnosis. Under the doctor’s guidance, you can adopt treatments such as heat compresses, disinfection, and oral antibiotics. At the same time, ensure your child drinks plenty of water and avoids spicy and irritating foods to help them recover quickly.