Patient's question:
I am currently in the hospital being treated for epididymitis. The medication I am taking includes: Cefazolin 2 grams, Xuesaitong 4000 milligrams, Levofloxacin Hydrochloride 0.4 grams, and intravenous infusion for 28 days, with a small portion of the lump remaining that cannot be resolved. I can still feel pain in my abdomen when touching it. How should the treatment proceed?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, the use of antibiotics should not be prolonged, considering the slightly severe condition. Since you have been receiving intravenous fluids for more than twenty days, it is recommended to apply cold compresses. It is best to regulate with traditional Chinese medicine and herbal medicine, avoiding extremely cold and spicy foods. Epididymitis can be cured, but the treatment period is usually long, and it is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, during treatment, it is essential to actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment, use medications appropriately, and the patient should maintain a light diet, avoid stimulating foods, and not smoke or drink beer.