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Last Reviewed: 10/31/2022 Last Revised: 01/13/2022 Copyright 2000-2022. Schmitt Pediatric Guidelines LLC. What antibiotic is good for swollen lymph nodes?Analgesics can help to control pain in patients with lymphangitis, and anti-inflammatory medications can help to reduce inflammation and swelling.. Dicloxacillin.. Cephalexin.. Cefazolin.. Cefuroxime.. Ceftriaxone.. Clindamycin.. Nafcillin.. Trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole (TMP/SMZ). What can a doctor prescribe for swollen lymph nodes?What do doctors prescribe for swollen glands? For swollen lymph nodes, doctors prescribe medications that treat the underlying condition, such as antibiotics for a bacterial infection.
How long do groin lymph nodes take to go down?Swollen glands should go down within 2 weeks. You can help to ease the symptoms by: resting. drinking plenty of fluids (to avoid dehydration)
What kind of doctor treats swollen lymph nodes in groin?Call your primary care physician first for an initial evaluation. If swollen lymph nodes are due to a bacterial infection, you may need antibiotics to help cure the infection. Your doctor may also suggest further evaluation and testing with a specialist, such as an infectious disease doctor or hematologist.
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