Patient's question:
Testicular swelling and pain, don't know what's wrong, please help the doctor answer, is it epididymitis? How is the treatment of male epididymitis with medication?Doctor's answer:
Epididymitis is a small part of urogenital system inflammation, which can be caused by microbial infections such as bacteria, as well as some cases of chronic aseptic inflammation. Microbial infections can be treated with antibiotics and other anti-infection therapies, while aseptic cases can be managed with traditional Chinese medicine and symptomatic treatments. It is recommended to start with oral azithromycin for anti-infection treatment, followed by a semen routine examination to assess the effectiveness of the treatment. If necessary, traditional Chinese medicine with heat-clearing and detoxifying properties can be taken. Epididymitis tends to recur, requiring long-term medication. For male patients, it is important to actively seek diagnosis from professional and reputable hospitals and consider treatment based on thorough examination results. Additionally, it is advisable to quit smoking and drinking, maintain good personal hygiene, and finally, wish all patients a speedy recovery.