Patient's question:
Hello, I have testicular pain and a sensation of heaviness. The doctor said I have epididymitis. How is it best to treat epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
1. Completely eliminate the cause to treat chronic prostatitis and seminal vesiculitis.2. Antibacterial treatment is determined based on bacterial culture and drug sensitivity tests.
3. Local cold compresses or physical therapy can help reduce inflammation.
4. Surgical treatment may be considered for recurrent chronic epididymitis, such as epididymectomy or vasectomy. For patients with epididymitis, timely treatment can reduce recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should take medication promptly and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life to avoid prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.