Inguinal lymphadenitis - causes and signs of inguinal lymphadenitis

Depending on the duration and intensity of the disease, the following types are distinguished: recurrent, chronic and acute. And by the nature of the inflammation it can be purulent or serous.

Causes

In medicine, the following causes of lymphadenitis are considered:

• infectious disease (bacterial, fungal or viral nature);
• possible sign of an oncological process;
• result of a venereal disease;
• trauma to the groin tissues with infection.

The disease is rarely observed in children, since they are less susceptible to such risks.

Symptoms

Symptoms are caused by the appearance of such signs:

• compaction and enlargement of the lymph nodes;
• fever body;
• redness of the skin over the inflamed organ;
• general malaise;
• the appearance of pain in the perineum during physical activity and walking.

Diagnostics

If the above symptoms occur, the patient should consult a doctor (therapist, surgeon, infectious disease specialist, dermatovenerologist, oncologist) as soon as possible. You can make an appointment with a specialist in the corresponding section of our portal at a convenient time for you.

The initial examination always begins with a visual examination of the lymph nodes in the groin area. Then the issue of instrumental or laboratory research methods is decided.

For an accurate diagnosis, a general blood test is required. If there is a suspicion of a tumor, a biopsy of the lymph nodes and histological examination should be performed.

Treatment

Acute lymphadenitis is a consequence of the presence of pus-forming microorganisms in the lymph nodes, such as streptococci or staphylococci. In this case, a special operation is performed, during which an inflamed connection is cut, pus is extracted, and then the surrounding tissues are removed. The procedure for draining the opened cavity is possible with the use of antibiotics and antimicrobial drugs. Physiotherapeutic methods are also used for treatment: galvanization, drug electrophoresis and ultrasound exposure.

Chronic lymphadenitis begins to be treated from the moment the main factor that caused it is established (for example, a venereal disease). Treatment will consist of eliminating the inflammatory process caused by this disease. If the cause of the disease cannot be determined, local X-ray therapy is performed and methods aimed at strengthening the immune system are prescribed.

Previously, it was believed that the best solution to the problem of inguinal lymphadenitis would be the removal of the lymph nodes. However, researchers have proven that such an operation can push the formation of abnormal lymph flow, which will lead to lymphostasis or elyphantiasis (popularly known as elephantiasis).

Prevention

Prevention involves compliance with the following set of measures: prevention of skin injuries and the development of fungal and infectious diseases of the genitourinary system.

You should be careful and attentive to damage and microtrauma of the skin, promptly treat them with antiseptic solutions.

If the immune system is weakened, you need to use immune-strengthening and general strengthening drugs. If you have found the above symptoms, it is better to contact a specialist immediately. Otherwise, you risk becoming a victim of a serious illness.