Lymph Nodes or Glands (swollen)
Synopsis of Lymph Nodes or Glands (swollen)
Swollen lymph nodes—also called lymphadenopathy—occur when the lymphatic system responds to infection, inflammation, or abnormal cell activity. Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped glands that filter lymph (a clear immune fluid) and trap viruses, bacteria, and other foreign invaders. Swelling usually indicates an active immune response, often in the neck, armpits, groin, or under the jaw.
Common causes include:
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Viral infections: Colds, flu, Epstein-Barr virus (mononucleosis), COVID-19
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Bacterial infections: Strep throat, skin infections, ear infections, tooth abscesses
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Fungal or parasitic infections
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Autoimmune diseases: Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis
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Cancers: Lymphoma, leukemia, metastasis from other cancers
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Medications or vaccinations (transient swelling)
Symptoms may include:
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Soft, tender, and movable nodes (usually infection-related)
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Firm, fixed, and painless nodes (may indicate malignancy)
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Fever, sore throat, fatigue, or localized infection
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Redness or warmth over affected nodes
When to see a doctor:
Seek evaluation if nodes are enlarged for more than 2 weeks, are hard or immobile, or are accompanied by weight loss, night sweats, or unexplained fever. Diagnosis may involve blood tests, imaging, or biopsy, especially to rule out malignancy.
Natural remedies for Lymph Nodes or Glands (swollen)
Apply Warm Compresses: Increases circulation and supports drainage.
Rest and Stay Hydrated: Helps the immune system resolve infection.
Gargle with Salt Water: Especially for throat-related lymph node swelling.
Support Immune Function Through Nutrition: Whole foods, lean proteins, and antioxidant-rich produce.
Gentle Massage: May encourage lymphatic flow (only if not painful or infected).
Ingredients
These raw ingredients are often used in alternative medicine to treat Lymph Nodes or Glands (swollen)
ajoene
alpha-glycosyl isoquercitrin
waterhyssop
Beta-Glucan
bifidobacterium bifidum
bifidobacterium lactis
bromelain
burdock
cat's claw
Coptis chinensis
turmeric
echinacea purpurea
endo-peptidase
exo-peptidase
fu ling
ginger
goldenseal
lactoperoxidase
lentinula edodes mycelia
licorice root
monolaurin
spruce
peptidase (DPPIV)
platycodon root
protease
purified silver
reishi mushroom
serratiopeptidase
slippery elm bark
trypsin
vitamin C
vitamin D
zinc
sarsaparilla
atractylodes
rubia cordifolia
bee pollen
lingzhi
pau d'arco
prickly ash
teasel
ganoderma
sweetgums
hydrangea
polyporus
cleavers
Astragalus
Aralia
Amber
Ammonium Iodide
Andrographis paniculata
Asian Bayberry
Arisaema cum bile
Anthocyanin
Alkoxyglycerols
Andrographis
Alkylglycerol (unspecified)
Acemannan
Atractylodes
Alkylglycerols
Anthocyanins
Arabinogalactans
Arabinogalactan
Bifidobacterium (various species)
Bifobacterium (mixed)
Bai Ji
Baliospermum
Beta-Glucans
Boswellia serrata
Bromelain
Boswellic Acid
Bifidobacterium (mixed)
Burdock
Barleria
Bifidobacterium bifidum
Bacillus (mixed)
Banyan
Bifidobacterium breve
Benzoin siam
Bifidobacterium animalis
Buchu (unspecified)
Black Nightshade
Boneset
Beta-Sitosterol
Black root
Black Walnut
Bupleurum
Beta Glucans
benzyl isothiocyanate
Boswellic acids
Bupleurum (unspecified)
Black Hellebore
Cleavers
Chinese Mountain Ant
Calotropis gigantea
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Coriolus mushroom
Codonopsis
Cinquefoil
Commiphora (unspecified)
Cinidium
Condonopsis
Centipeda minima
Cistus
Chinese Club Moss
cypress
Crinum latifolium
Chaenomeles lagenaria
Cynanchum otophyllum
Copper
Chinese Pine
Clay
Castor Oil
Canadian Goldenrod
Copaiba Oil
Cicada
Caratuberside
Dye Indigo
Deer Root
Diclofenac
Devil's Club
Dogwood (unspecified)
Dipsacus
Epidermal Growth Factor
Eastern Red Cedar
Echinacea (unspecified)
Echinacea (various)
Echinacea
Echinacosides
Endopeptidase
Echinacea pallida
Echinacea purpurea
English Plantain
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Echinacea (mixed)
Elcampane
Euphorbia (unspecified)
Euryale
Embelia
elderberry
Fang-Feng
Forsythia
Ficus simplicissima
Ficin
Fringed Pink
Fumaritory
Fritillary (unspecified)
Goldenrod
Goldenrod (unspecified)
Glucan peptides
Greater Celandine
Glandular Tissues
Gland (mixed)
Galium (unspecified)
Gallesia
Giant Blazingstar
Goldenrod (mixed)
Goldenseal
Gravel root
Gland (mixed)
Glucosinolates
Heather
Horseradish
Hygrophila
Houttuynia
Hydrocolloid
Hyperimmune milk peptides
Hyaluronidase
Hairy Fig
Immunoglobulin G
Interferon gamma
Indian Frankincense
Iodine
Intestine
Jalapa (unspecified)
Kachnar
Ledebouriella (unspecified)
Lesser speargrass
Lymph
Lysozyme
Lantana camara
Leptospermum scoparium
Lymph
Lysimachia
Larch arabinogalactan
Mannanoligosaccharides
Missouri Snakeroot
Mountain mahogany
Matapalo Tree
Mistletoe
Mahonia (unspecified)
Milkweed (unspecified)
Notopterygium
Nasturtium
Ophiopogon
Oak (unspecified)
Oligopeptide (unspecified)
Ovotransferrin
Oldenlandia diffusa
Oldenlandia
Orchid tree (unspecified)
Poria Mushrooms
Proteolytic enzyme (unspecified)
P. nigraclens (unspecified)
Polysaccharides
Praying mantis
Pyrogenium
Proteolytic Enzymes (Proteases)
Poria mushroom
Platycodon
Pareira
Proteolytic Enzymes (Proteases)
Plumbago zeylanica
Phellodendron Bark
Pituitary
Parsley
Pyrola
Pine (unspecified)
Pearl
Pollen (unspecified)
Rubia yunnanensis
Rosa laevigata
Scrophularia ningpoensis
Spilanthes
Speedwell
Sarsaparilla
Self-Heal
Spikenard
Serrapeptase
Sensitive Plant
Smilax
Sanguisorba
Spatholobus suberectus
Streptococcus (mixed)
Shiitake
Streptococcus Thermophilus
Silk Tree
Scabrous Gentian
Serratiopeptidase
Sheep Sorrel (herb powder)
Scotch Broom
Scurfy Pea
Silver (usp)
Thuja
Tamarix (unspecified)
Thiosulfanate
Thymus polypeptide
Transforming growth factor beta
Thymic peptides
Tannin
Trametes (unspecified)
Thuja plicata
Usnea
Umckaloabo
Umckalin
Velvet
Vitricin
White Heather
Witch Hazel
Wild carrot
Yellow Dock
