Patient's question:
Last year, while working the night shift, I suddenly felt severe pain in my testicles. On the third day, I visited a doctor who diagnosed me with epididymitis, and after taking roxithromycin, the pain subsided. So far, I have had two episodes of this condition, and in both cases, taking roxithromycin helped me recover. However, this time the symptoms are different—I initially felt some pain, but later only experienced a sensation of heaviness or fullness without pain. I want to ask: what is the worst-case scenario if this continues? How should I treat it now? What should I pay attention to?Doctor's answer:
Treat epididymitis. Use antibiotics such as erythromycin, doxycycline, and clindamycin, which can easily penetrate into the male reproductive tract. Continue medication for 4-5 days after acute symptoms subside. In chronic cases, maintain treatment for 2-4 weeks to ensure the effectiveness of the treatment. Support the scrotum. Apply local cold compresses. Abstain from sexual activity. Avoid smoking, alcohol, and spicy foods to prevent exacerbation. These are effective measures. Epididymitis can be cured, but the treatment process is generally slow, and relapse is common after recovery. Therefore, medication must be used symptomatically during treatment. Additionally, patients should avoid prolonged sitting or riding and pay close attention to personal hygiene.