How is chronic epididymitis treated?

Patient's question:

Chronic epididymitis, male, 20 years old, after 5 days of intravenous infusion, the doctor said it was not necessary to continue intravenous infusion and prescribed Chinese medicine for oral use. How to treat it?

Doctor's answer:

Often with a history of acute epididymitis or acute orchitis, scrotal pain. A sensation of heaviness or fullness, the pain can radiate to the lower abdomen and groin. Physical examination may reveal a reduced and hardened epididymal tail, accompanied by nodular formation and mild tenderness. The affected vas deferens appears thickened and hard. The condition is prone to recurrence after treatment, so active cooperation with the doctor's treatment during treatment is essential, appropriate medication should be used, and additionally, patients need a light diet. Avoid stimulating foods, smoking, and drinking beer.

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