Patient's question:
Hello, I have testicular pain and a sensation of heaviness. The doctor said I have epididymitis. How should I treat epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to seek medical attention 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 can worsen pain and increase the risk of spreading the infection, so ice packs should be used for local cold compresses in the early stages. Sexual activity and physical labor can worsen 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. For patients with epididymitis, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence. If left untreated, it can affect overall health.