Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I have testicular pain and a sensation of heaviness. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they told me I have epididymitis. How is epididymitis treated?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to seek medical advice at a formal Grade III-A hospital for follow-up treatment. Rest in bed, and using a scrotal support can alleviate symptoms. A specially designed scrotal support with cotton padding is more comfortable to wear. For severe pain, pain relievers can be used. Local heat therapy can relieve symptoms and promote inflammation reduction. However, using heat therapy too early may worsen pain and increase the risk of spreading the infection. Therefore, early on, it is advisable to use an ice pack for local cold compress. Sexual activity and physical labor can exacerbate the infection, so they should be avoided. The use of antimicrobial drugs depends on the drug sensitivity to bacteria, and prevention can turn into chronic inflammation. Surgical treatment. Epididymitis tends to recur, requiring long-term medication.