Patient's question:
I feel like I might have epididymitis. I noticed that the skin on my testicles is particularly red, and it seems a bit swollen. It also hurts when I touch it, and there's some discomfort inside. These symptoms have persisted for a week without any improvement. I'm still young and haven't even been married yet. I'm really scared. Could you please tell me: what are the methods of treatment for epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
Interferes with the function of the epididymis, causing male infertility. When the epididymis is infected by pathogens, they can directly harm sperm in the epididymal ducts, inhibiting sperm motility or causing them to clump together, thereby reducing their mobility. At the same time, the large number of decomposition metabolites produced during the inflammatory response can also harm sperm or alter their living environment, leading to increased sperm activity, sperm deformities, and other issues. Epididymitis patients often experience recurrent prostatic congestion, and the pathological excitation of the spinal ejaculation center can cause frequent nocturnal emissions. Epididymitis is one of the common reproductive system diseases, primarily affecting young and middle-aged men. Severe cases can lead to infertility, causing serious disruptions for the patients themselves and their families.