Patient's question:
I am a male, 28 years old, and have no bad habits. However, I was recently diagnosed with acute epididymitis. Now, I feel constant pain in my testicles, and sometimes I have high fever. I am really troubled now. Please ask: How can epididymitis be treated and diagnosed?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. 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. Wishing you a speedy recovery. For patients with epididymitis, timely treatment can reduce the risk of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should receive symptomatic treatment promptly and maintain a healthy lifestyle, avoiding overexertion and paying attention to personal hygiene. Wishing you a speedy recovery.