Patient's question:
I have acute left epididymitis and left testicular hydrocele. I received intravenous fluids for 5 days, followed by 10 days of medication. The doctor also prescribed some traditional Chinese medicine. How long should I continue taking medication in this situation? I feel that the left side is still larger than before. In the past few days, I have been applying warm compresses and cold packs as advised by the doctor. Do I need to continue taking medication? What kind of medicine would be good to drink?Doctor's answer:
In your case, it is still recommended to continue for another three days. Medication is generally used for about ten to fifteen days after surgery, and cold compresses can indeed help with the complete recovery and resolution of edema. It is advisable to use them. During daily life, pay attention to adequate rest and avoid excessive fatigue, especially for patients with epididymitis. Timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence, but if it is not treated promptly, it can affect your health condition. Therefore, patients should seek timely and symptomatic treatment and pay attention to preventing overexertion and maintaining good personal hygiene in daily life.