Treat the underlying cause
Rest and get adequate sleep
Drink plenty of fluids
Use warm compresses on the area
Take over-the-counter pain relievers if appropriate
Avoid squeezing, massaging, or pressing on the nodes
Follow prescribed antibiotics or antivirals exactly as directed
Manage allergies or inflammation if they are the cause
Eat a balanced diet to support recovery
Monitor for changes in size, pain, or tenderness
Seek medical care if nodes are hard, fixed, rapidly growing, or last longer than 2 to 4 weeks
Seek urgent care if you have fever, night sweats, unexplained weight loss, trouble breathing, or trouble swallowing