Patient's question:
I had a cold recently, so I thought the fever and chills were just due to the cold. But the fever didn't go down, and I suspect I might have epididymitis. I don't know how I got this condition. Could you please tell me: What is the best way to treat epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
Epididymitis is often caused by pathogens such as Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus, or Streptococcus entering the epididymis through the vas deferens. Therefore, this condition is commonly secondary to posterior urethritis, prostatitis, or seminal vesiculitis, or it may recur after urethral instrumentation, leading to infection through a retrograde route. Acute cases primarily manifest as redness, swelling, and pain in the epididymis and testis.How is epididymitis treated? It is recommended that you seek medical treatment promptly. The methods for treating epididymitis include the use of antibiotics, blood-activating herbs, and surgical drainage.