Lymph nodes are a kind of filter in the body that detain the infection and prevent its spread. Their inflammation is called lymphadenitis, it can occur in any available nodes, including inguinal. The beginning of the diagnosis of the disease, which became the cause of the pathological process, begins with a clarification of which lymph node infection in the groin. In this zone, different nodes are localized - lower, middle and upper. Each of them collects lymph from certain organs.
Why inflamed lymph nodes in the groin in women?
To establish the exact cause of lymphadenitis, a comprehensive examination is necessary. But it is possible to put a preliminary diagnosis and limit the alleged zone of inflammation, if you know which group of nodes is affected:
- Lower - carry out the collection of lymph from the legs.
- Medium - filter the biological fluid coming from the rectum, anus, perineum.
- Upper - collect lymph from the gluteal regions, sides, anterior lower abdomen.
In addition, indicate for what reason a woman has a lymph node in her groin, the rate of progression of lymphadenitis may be. Rapid development of edema, the presence of acute pain, hyperthermia indicates a possible reaction to taking certain medications or mechanical trauma to the genital organs. The slow manifestation of symptoms can occur due to more dangerous factors:
- malignant tumor;
- bacterial or fungal infection;
- tuberculosis;
- venereal diseases;
- sarcoidosis ;
- rejection of transplants;
- trophic ulcers .
Also, the organs described react sharply to viral infections. Therefore, it is possible that the lymph node in the groin is inflamed after an acute respiratory viral infection or influenza.
For accurate diagnosis, you will need to donate blood for general and biochemical analysis.
What to do with inflammation of the lymph nodes in the groin in women?
You can not try to cope with the problem yourself, especially by heating, applying compresses or using folk remedies.
At the first symptoms of lymphadenitis, you should consult a doctor.
In the early stages of the disease, local and systemic antibacterial treatment is prescribed, physiotherapy with anti-inflammatory action.
Severe cases of lymphadenitis require more radical measures - surgical opening and drainage of nodes, removal of purulent foci, followed by the use of antibiotics of a wide range of activities.