Rest
Drink plenty of fluids
Use warm compresses
Take over-the-counter pain relievers if safe for you
Treat the underlying infection or cause
Avoid squeezing or massaging the swollen area
Monitor for changes in size, pain, or duration
Seek medical care if swelling lasts more than 2 to 4 weeks
Seek medical care if nodes are hard, fixed, rapidly growing, or very painful
Seek medical care if you have fever, night sweats, unexplained weight loss, or trouble breathing or swallowing