What should I do about swollen lymph nodes in the underarm of a 5 year old?

Answer by  mpartin (1600)

Take him to see his pediatrician. Be sure and take his temperature so that you can let the doctor know if he has been running a fever.

Answer by  josie (287)

Consider a few things. How long has this been going on, is it accompanied by additional things including, fever, pallor, cold, cough, difficulty breathing? If no other symptoms then generally it is indication of viral or bacterial illness. You should definitely notify your primary care physician for diagnosis.

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

Swollen lymph nodes in a child could mean an infection somewhere in the body. It could also be a sign of leukemia. See the doctor.

Answer by  Knowit (44)

Swollen lymph nodes could mean a number of things. The size and firmness of the lymph nodes is very relevant as large hard lymph nodes could indicated a very serious problem and could possibly be cancerous. You should take your child to the doctor immediately as there is no point in guessing on your own or making yourself crazy!

Answer by  Lornah (282)

Take the little one to a pediatrician but first of all, put baby powder in the underarm to prevent sweating that might cause irritation from the swollen lymph node.

Answer by  jusmisbehaven (135)

The first thing you should do is take him or her to see a doctor or at least an ARNP. Most likely it is an infection and you will need a prescription for an antibiotic. But you never know so it is best to get it checked out.

Answer by  Mcbaldr (106)

first assess your child for several symptoms including fever, pallor, cold, cough and difficulty breathing and deal with the symptoms before you accompany the child to a doctor for further evaluation and proper treatment.

Answer by  severaltimes (247)

Swollen lymph nodes can indicate a variety of health conditions, including colds and infections. They generally require no action, but a doctor should be seen if the lymph nodes remain enlarged for more than three weeks or if redness and irritation develops.

Answer by  kfwyatt (138)

Swollen lymph nodes are way the human body fights infection, especially in young children. If they remain swollen for over a few days, it is best to see the doctor.