If the lymph nodes are swollen due to inflammation, also known as lymphadenitis, the swelling usually resolves after 10-14 days of oral antibiotics and the application of antibiotic ointment to the surface of the lymph nodes. Inflammation of the lymph nodes is caused by bacterial infection and is characterized by redness, swelling, pain, and possibly pus on the surface of the lymph nodes. Generally treatment with oral first or second generation cephalosporins is sufficient, such as cefixime and cefradine. You can also apply a cream containing antibiotics such as Bactroban on the surface, which can be eliminated with regular treatment for a period of time. If the lymph nodes are enlarged due to tumor metastasis, the enlarged lymph nodes can be reduced in the course of chemotherapy if the chemotherapy is effective. However, it is usually necessary to remove the tumor and the enlarged lymph nodes together.