Patient's question:
I am a male, 29 years old, and do not have any bad habits. However, I was recently diagnosed with epididymitis. Now, I feel constant pain in my testicles, and sometimes I also have high fever. I am really troubled now. Please ask: What should I eat in the early stages of epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
Epididymitis is often caused by a secondary inflammation of the epididymis due to retrograde transmission from prostatitis or seminal vesiculitis along the vas deferens, with hematogenous infection being rare. It is divided into acute epididymitis and chronic epididymitis. The scrotum often experiences pain, swelling, and a sensation of heaviness, with the pain potentially radiating to the lower abdomen and the same-side inner thigh. If it is not severe, oral antibiotics can be taken, and it is recommended to choose cephalosporins or penicillin-class antibiotics. It is necessary to avoid sexual activity or intercourse, drink plenty of plain water, and pay attention to rest. 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.