Patient's question:
No bad habits, but I was recently diagnosed with acute epididymitis. Now I feel severe pain in my testicles every day, and sometimes I also have high fever. I am really troubled now. Please ask: What methods are used to treat epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
Epididymitis is often caused by pathogenic bacteria 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. Surgical treatment and antibiotic therapy can be effective. It is advised to rest in bed, and if symptoms are severe, seek medical treatment and take appropriate rest. Local measures such as cold compresses, physical therapy, and the use of scrotal supports can be applied. It is recommended to follow up for reevaluation.