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 explain: How does epididymitis usually be triggered?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. For patients with epididymitis, timely treatment can reduce the severity of the condition, whereas delayed treatment may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication and maintain regular sexual activity while avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.