Patient's question:
Yesterday, I had an ultrasound examination of the testicular area and found some issues. The doctor said it was epididymitis. I have indeed felt discomfort in the testicular area. Could you please tell me what aspects should be considered for treating epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
The key to treating epididymitis is active symptomatic treatment and proactive prevention to prevent the cause of the disease from recurring, prevent the disease from recurring, pay attention to the hygiene of the external genitalia, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Epididymitis is generally treated with quinolones, such as levofloxacin, or cephalosporins, such as cefotaxime, cefixime, ceftriaxone, etc. If the symptoms are severe, seek medical treatment, rest appropriately, and apply cold compresses, physical therapy, or use a scrotal support to hold the scrotum. Epididymitis is prone to recurrence, requiring long-term medication. Moreover, for male patients, it is important to seek medical treatment at professional and regular hospitals in a timely manner, and treatment should be considered based on the examination results.