Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I have testicular pain and a sensation of heaviness. The hospital examination said I have epididymitis. How should I treat epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
In the acute phase (3~4 days), bed rest is recommended. Using a scrotal support can alleviate symptoms, and a specially designed larger scrotal support with cotton padding is more comfortable. 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 early use of ice packs for local cold compressions is advisable. Sexual activity and physical labor can exacerbate the infection, so they should be avoided. For patients with epididymitis, timely treatment can reduce the risk of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene. Wishing you a speedy recovery.