সংজ্ঞা
Chronic lymphadenitis is inflammation or infection of a lymph node for an extended time. Lymph nodes are part of the immune system. This system fights and prevents infections. The lymph node’s job is to filter out unwanted substances, such as bacteria and viruses, and help eliminate them from the body.
Lymph nodes occur in clusters in the neck, arm pits, and groin. Chronic lymphadenitis may affect one node, several nodes in one area, or nodes in many areas of the body.
The sooner chronic lymphadenitis is treated, the more favorable the outcome, depending on the cause. If you suspect you have this condition, contact your doctor right away.
কারণসমূহ
Lymph nodes normally swell when fighting off an infection. In cases of more serious infection, the swelling may be prolonged. Lymphadenitis is usually caused by an infection that has spread to the lymph nodes from a skin, ear, nose, or eye infection. Other causes of lymphadenitis include:
- Infection with streptococcal or staphylococcal bacteria
- Tonsillitis
- HIV infection
- Genital herpes
- মনোনিউক্লিওসিস
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Leukemia or lymphoma
- সিকেল সেল অ্যানিমিয়া
- Kawasaki disease
ঝুঁকির কারণ
Factors that may increase your chance of developing chronic lymphadenitis include:
- Having one of the causes of lymphadenitis
- Close contact with someone who has one of the causes of lymphadenitis
- Age: 12 or younger
- Contact with animals, specifically cats, rats, or cow
লক্ষণ
If you experience any of these symptoms, do not assume it is due to chronic lymphadenitis. These symptoms may be caused by other, less serious health conditions.
উপসর্গ অন্তর্ভুক্ত:
- Swollen, painful, tender, or hard lymph nodes/glands
- The skin over a node is red and warm to the touch
- Fever with the following symptoms:
- ঠাণ্ডা
- ক্ষুধামান্দ্য
- Heavy perspiration
- দ্রুত পালস
- General weakness
- গিলতে অসুবিধা
- শ্বাস নিতে কষ্ট হওয়া
- : यदि आपको आपातकालीन एपिनेफ्रिन प्राप्त होता है, तो आपको तुरंत आपातकालीन कक्ष में जाना चाहिए, भले ही आपके लक्षण दूर हो गए हों।
রোগ নির্ণয়
আপনার ডাক্তার আপনার লক্ষণ এবং চিকিৎসা ইতিহাস সম্পর্কে জিজ্ঞাসা করবে। একটি শারীরিক পরীক্ষা সম্পন্ন করা হবে।
Your bodily fluids and tissue may be tested. This can be done with:
- Complete blood cell (CBC) count
- রক্তের সংস্কৃতি
- Biopsy of the lymph node
Images may be taken of your bodily structures. This can be done with ultrasound.
চিকিৎসা
Treatment of chronic lymphadenitis depends on the cause. Talk with your doctor about the best treatment plan for you. Treatment options include the following:
ওষুধ
- Antibiotics to control infection
- Anti-inflammatory medications to help reduce inflammation and swelling; aspirin may be recommended for adults.
- বিঃদ্রঃ: বর্তমান বা সাম্প্রতিক ভাইরাল সংক্রমণে শিশু বা কিশোরদের জন্য অ্যাসপিরিন সুপারিশ করা হয় না। রেই'স সিনড্রোমের ঝুঁকির কারণে এটি হয়। আপনার ডাক্তারকে জিজ্ঞাসা করুন যে অন্যান্য ওষুধগুলি আপনার সন্তানের জন্য নিরাপদ।
- Other treatments specific to the diagnosis
সহায়ক যত্ন
Hot, moist compresses on the lymph nodes can help relieve pain.
সার্জারি
Surgery may be necessary to drain pockets of pus if they occur.
প্রতিরোধ
To help reduce your chances of getting chronic lymphadenitis, take the following steps:
- Seek prompt treatment of bacterial and viral infections. Contact your doctor at the first signs of infection.
- Take steps to prevent getting an infection:
- Practice good hygiene practices, such as washing your hands regularly.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Eat a healthful diet that is low in saturated fat and rich in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.