Patient's question:
There is a dull ache in the testicles with lumps. After a thorough ultrasound examination at the hospital, it was diagnosed as epididymitis, and the doctor prescribed anti-inflammatory medication to be taken for half a month. Approximately a year later, it flared up again. This time, taking almost the same amount of medication has not shown improvement yet. How should epididymitis be treated, and what medication works well?Doctor's answer:
The condition you mentioned can be either bacterial or viral orchitis, but the more common type is viral orchitis, which can be treated with antiviral medications such as acyclovir. Epididymitis can be relieved, but the treatment period is usually long, and it is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, during treatment, medication should be used according to the symptoms. Additionally, patients should avoid sitting or riding for long periods, pay attention to personal hygiene, dietary habits, and daily routines.