Patient's question:
I am an office white-collar worker. Throughout the day, I sit at my desk and am very busy, so I rarely get up to move around. Because of this, I was recently told that I have epididymitis. Now, I am in constant pain every day and don't know what to do. Could you please tell me: How long does it usually take to treat epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
Epididymitis is often caused by the spread of infection from adjacent organs. It manifests as sudden pain in the scrotal area, swelling of the epididymis, significant tenderness, and may be accompanied by fever, hardening of the epididymis, and other symptoms. At the same time, you should also pay attention to the following in your daily life:1. Maintain a regular lifestyle, balance work and rest, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and completely abstain from alcohol and smoking.
2. Avoid prolonged sitting, excessive sexual activity, and intense exercise.
3. Keep bowel movements regular.
4. Take warm sitz baths or apply local cold compresses for about 20 minutes each time.
5. Use antibiotics appropriately. The treatment duration is generally about one week for epididymitis patients. For those with epididymitis, timely treatment can reduce the risk of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility.