Patient's question:
I feel like I might have acute epididymitis. I noticed that the skin of my testicles is particularly red, and it seems a bit swollen. It also hurts when I touch it. These symptoms have persisted for a week without any improvement. I'm still young and haven't even been married yet. I'm really scared. Could you please tell me which treatments are effective for epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
Epididymitis is believed in Traditional Chinese Medicine to be caused by factors such as damp-heat accumulation, phlegm-dampness, blood stagnation, which lead to poor blood and Qi circulation in the affected area. It is recommended to combine Western and Chinese medicine treatments for better outcomes. Decoctions of Polygonum cuspidatum, selfheal, boswellia, ligusticum, white peony root, poria, kelp, and laminaria can be used, paired with oral antibiotics. Epididymitis can be cured, but the treatment duration is usually long, and relapse is common after recovery. Therefore, active cooperation with the doctor, proper medication, and a light diet are essential. Patients should avoid spicy foods, smoking, and drinking beer. We hope male patients can recover quickly!