Patient's question:
Recently, I've been feeling a lot of pain in my testicles, and this week alone, I've had a fever eight times. Usually, I feel cold, and when I take a bath, I notice that my testicles seem to contain a lot of liquid. Please ask: What is the most effective way to treat epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
1 Treatment of Acute Epididymitis: Acute epididymitis should be treated with appropriate rest, antibiotics, and general analgesics. Local measures such as cold compresses, physical therapy, and the use of scrotal supports can be effective. If an abscess forms, drainage through incision may be necessary. Additionally, the underlying cause should be actively addressed.2 Treatment of Chronic Epididymitis: Chronic epididymitis is often associated with chronic prostatitis, so the general treatment measures are similar to those for chronic prostatitis. Treating prostatitis can help alleviate symptoms of chronic epididymitis. Scar tissue left after epididymitis may sometimes cause psychological distress to patients. Surgical removal of the testicle does not always relieve symptoms, so orchiectomy is generally not performed.