Patient's question:
I have inflammation of the costal cartilage of the chest, in addition to testicular pain. The two conditions were detected simultaneously during a thorough examination. The doctor prescribed ibuprofen and codeine sustained-release tablets for both conditions. How should I take the medication?Doctor's answer:
Consideration for costochondritis, in addition to orchitis, allows the two conditions to diverge in oral medication— one taken half an hour before and the other half an hour after. It is recommended to drink more water after oral medication to enhance drug metabolism, and it is strictly forbidden to engage in strenuous exercise or cycling. In terms of diet, avoid alcohol, tobacco, spicy, and irritating foods. For orchitis patients, timely treatment can reduce the incidence of the disease. If not treated promptly, it may affect the overall physical condition. Therefore, patients should take medication according to their symptoms and avoid overexertion in daily life, paying attention to personal hygiene.