What are the common symptoms of epididymitis?

Patient's question:

Right testicular pain, the check said there is mild inflammation of the epididymis, medication is needed. Please ask what are the common symptoms of epididymitis?

Doctor's answer:

Enlargement of the affected epididymis with mild tenderness, clear boundary with the testis, and edema and redness of the scrotal skin. It is also accompanied by thickening of the spermatic cord and vas deferens, as well as hardening of the prostate with fibrous nodules and other chronic prostatitis symptoms. Bilateral chronic epididymitis may lead to infertility. It is recommended that you visit a hospital promptly for a thorough examination to identify the cause and receive symptomatic treatment. This will prevent the condition from worsening and increasing the difficulty of later-stage treatment. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, smoking, drinking beer, prolonged standing or sitting, excessive sexual activity, and frequent sexual intercourse. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

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