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Lymph nodes are important detoxification and immune organs in the body, they serve as the hub of the lymphatic system, responsible for filtering and removing waste and pathogens from the body. However, when the lymph nodes are abnormally swollen, we must be alert to the presence of a risk of disease, especially cancer.
Swollen lymph nodes are caused by lymphatic blockage, infection, or the spread of cancer. In TCM theory, lymph masses are often classified as "lymph node galls", and their location can indicate which organs and diseases we are associated with.
1. Swollen lymph nodes in the neck.
The neck is one of the places where lymph nodes accumulate the most, and they play an important role in the elimination of waste and pathogens in the neck. It is important to know the symptoms and causes of swollen lymph nodes in the neck.
Swollen lymph nodes in the neck can be a manifestation of infection, such as tonsillitis, pharyngitis, gingivitis, etc. However, swollen lymph nodes in the neck can also be an early sign of cancer. For example, head and neck tumors, nasopharyngeal cancer, thyroid cancer, etc., can cause swollen lymph nodes in the neck. In addition, metastases to cancer elsewhere in the body can also have an impact on the lymph nodes in the neck.
In TCM**, when the lymph nodes in the neck are swollen, some ancient and effective prescriptions can be used, such as mulberry leaf decoction, hair care pills, etc. Mulberry leaf soup can clear away heat and detoxify, and hair care pill has the effect of invigorating blood and removing blood stasis. These formulations have been widely used in clinical practice and have shown remarkable efficacy.
2. Swollen lymph nodes in the armpits.
The armpit is one of the areas rich in lymph nodes and is closely related to the upper limbs, breasts, and other parts. When the lymph nodes in the armpit are swollen, we need to be alert to the possible risk of disease.
A common cause of swollen lymph nodes in the armpit is a breast disorder, such as mastitis or breast cancer. In addition, infection or inflammation of the upper extremities can also cause swollen lymph nodes in the armpits. For breast cancer patients, early detection and ** are crucial.
According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, we can use some classical prescriptions to assist in axillary lymphadenopathy. For example, Dan Yu Xiaoyaosan has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, invigorating blood and removing blood stasis, which can improve the symptoms of swollen lymph nodes in the armpits.
3. Swollen inguinal lymph nodes.
The groin is one of the areas where the lymph nodes of the human body are concentrated, and it is closely related to the lower limbs, abdomen and other organs.
Swollen inguinal lymph nodes are common in infectious diseases such as urinary tract infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, **infections, etc. However, swollen inguinal lymph nodes can also be a manifestation of serious diseases such as lymphoma, malignancy, etc. Therefore, swollen inguinal lymph nodes require timely medical attention for further examination and diagnosis.
Traditional Chinese medicine can use some classic prescriptions for inguinal lymphadenopathy. For example, Xiao Chai Hu Tang has the effect of relieving the surface and lungs, relieving pain and soothing the liver and relieving depression, and has a certain effect on inguinal lymphadenopathy.
To sum up, swollen lymph nodes can be an early sign of many diseases, including cancer. Knowing where lymphadenopathy is, causes, and symptoms is very important for early detection and**. TCM theories provide some ancient and effective prescriptions that can assist lymphadenopathy, and have achieved good results in clinical practice.
Health References:
1.Li Jian, Zhang Nan. Clinical significance of ancient Fang Dan Yu Xiaoyaosan on axillary lymphadenopathy[J].Modern Medicine and Health, 2018(9): 162-163