Patient's question:
The epididymis has mild inflammation, premature ejaculation, general fatigue, lower back and leg pain. Please ask what tests are needed for epididymitis.Doctor's answer:
It can be performed ultrasound examination: Magnetic resonance imaging has important value in the diagnosis of acute epididymitis, especially in differential diagnosis. In acute epididymitis, ultrasound shows diffuse and uniform swelling of the epididymis; it may also show localized swelling, more commonly at the tail, appearing as nodules with a spherical sensation. The internal echoes are uneven, with thickened light spots and lower echo intensity compared to the testis, with blurred boundaries. Some may be adhered to the scrotal wall, with thickened scrotal wall, often accompanied by hydrocele. The ipsilateral spermatic cord is thickened, with varicocele. Urinalysis is also an important examination method. Epididymitis can be stable, but the treatment period is generally long, and it is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, active cooperation with the doctor's treatment and proper medication during treatment is essential.