Patient's question:
The left testicle has been aching and swollen recently, and there's also a sensation of heaviness. Could it be epididymitis? What foods should I avoid if it is epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
1. Quit smoking, drinking, and stimulant beverages like coffee.2. Eat less "heating" foods such as pig trotters, fish soup, and lamb to avoid exacerbating secretions in inflamed areas, further spreading orchitis, and delaying symptom relief.
3. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, such as onions, peppers, chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, mustard greens, and fennel.
What you can eat:
1. Consume more fiber-rich vegetables and fruits, such as bananas, sweet potatoes, and celery, to maintain regular bowel movements.
2. Eat more fresh vegetables and fruits to enhance the intake of nutrients like vitamin C, improving the body's anti-inflammatory capabilities.