Question
How to deal with a child’s submandibular lymph nodes swollen for three weeks without improvement?
Answer
Submandibular lymph node enlargement is a common symptom, usually caused by the normal function of the lymphatic system. In children, the lymphatic system is not fully developed at birth and reaches its peak of development in the first twenty years, especially during infancy. Therefore, healthy children can feel individual lymph nodes as large as green beans to soybeans in superficial areas such as the neck, submandibular area, nape, preauricular, and inguinal region, which is a physiological phenomenon. Mild lymph node enlargement usually subsides on its own after a period of time or improves with the use of symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. However, if the swelling is severe and does not heal for a long time, further diagnosis and treatment may be necessary to prevent the condition from worsening and to restore the function of the lymphatic system. Traditional Chinese medicine has a good effect on treating lymphadenitis and lymphadenopathy and can be considered as a treatment option. The above suggestions are for dealing with a child’s submandibular lymph nodes swollen for three weeks without improvement. I hope this helps and wish you health.