Patient's question:
Continuous high fever has occurred, and I am particularly afraid of cold. At first, I thought it was just a cold, but then I noticed that my testicles were getting more and more painful, and when I touched them, it felt like there was water inside. I went to the hospital for a check-up and was diagnosed with orchitis. Please ask: How is epididymitis treated?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 the 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 treatment methods for epididymitis include the use of antibiotics, blood-activating herbs, and surgical drainage. Wishing you a speedy recovery.Epididymitis tends to recur, requiring long-term medication. For male patients, it is essential to visit a professional and reputable hospital for diagnosis and consider treatment based on examination results. Additionally, it is important to abstain from sexual activity and maintain a positive mood. Finally, we wish all patients a speedy recovery.