Can acupuncture cure swollen lymph nodes?

Generally, fire, heat, phlegm, toxin and other evils can cause enlarged lymph nodes. Acupuncture and moxibustion of Quchi, Fengchi, Fenglong and other acupoints can alleviate enlarged lymph nodes under the premise of symptomatic treatment.
Swollen lymph nodes are mostly caused by external evils, coupled with internal phlegm and dampness, resulting in stagnation of qi and blood in the body and blockage of the meridians. Professionals need to acupuncture and moxibustion at Quchi, Fengchi, Fenglong, Neitian, Guangming, Manxi, and Ahshi points (points with obvious acidity, numbness, distension, and pain sensations), etc., which can, to a certain degree, promote blood circulation and smoothness of the meridians and channels, and can relieve the enlargement of the lymph nodes under the premise of symptomatic treatment.
Enlarged lymph nodes usually show symptoms such as redness, swelling, pain, fever, localized rupture, etc. Western medicines can also be used for treatment, such as choosing injectable penicillin sodium, amoxicillin capsules, metronidazole tablets and other western medicines in accordance with the doctor’s instructions.
Attention, daily keep diet light, avoid stimulating food intake, appropriate exercise, enhance physical fitness. If the lymph node enlargement occurs for a long time, it is recommended to seek medical treatment in time, acupuncture operation by the doctor, medication under the doctor’s guidance, and develop an appropriate treatment plan.