Patient's question:
Hello, I have testicular pain and a sensation of heaviness. The doctor said I have epididymitis. What should I do if I just got epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for epididymitis. It is necessary to use antibiotics that can easily diffuse and penetrate the male reproductive tract, such as erythromycin, doxycycline, and clindamycin. After the symptoms of the acute phase subside, medication should still be used for 4-5 days. In chronic cases, treatment should be maintained for 2-4 weeks to ensure the effectiveness of the treatment. Holding the scrotum, local cold compresses, refraining from sexual activity, avoiding smoking, alcohol, and spicy foods are all effective measures to prevent blood from rushing. For patients with epididymitis, timely treatment can reduce the incidence of the disease. If it is not treated in a timely manner, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should take medication promptly according to their symptoms and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life to avoid prolonged sitting. I wish you a speedy recovery.