Patient's question:
I noticed that the skin on my testicles is particularly red, and it seems a bit swollen. It also hurts when I touch it. This symptom has not improved after a week. I'm still young and haven't even been married, so I'm really scared. Please ask: How should I treat epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
The key to treating epididymitis is active symptomatic treatment and proactive prevention to prevent the recurrence of the causative factors. Pay attention to maintaining hygiene of the external genitalia and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Epididymitis is generally treated with quinolones such as levofloxacin, or cephalosporins such as cefotaxime, cefixime, or ceftriaxone. If symptoms are severe, seek medical treatment, rest appropriately, and apply cold compresses, physical therapy, or use a scrotal support to hold the scrotum. For patients with epididymitis, timely treatment can reduce the risk of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should receive timely symptomatic treatment and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life while avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.