Patient's question:
I have had epididymitis for more than a year. I have been to the hospital many times, and the doctor has prescribed a lot of Western medicine, but none of them have had a significant effect. Later, I found a Chinese medicine called Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory Pills online and have been taking it for nearly a month. The pain below the testicles is not as severe as before. I would like to ask how long it will take to completely cure it.Doctor's answer:
Epididymitis is a common disease among young and middle-aged adults. When the body's resistance is weakened, pathogenic bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus, and Streptococcus can enter the vas deferens and reverse their way into the epididymis, causing inflammation. Therefore, this condition often follows secondary urethritis, prostatitis, and seminal vesiculitis. Typically, patients with epididymitis will develop a lump, which most commonly occurs at the head or tail of the epididymis, with the tail being more prevalent. It is essential to determine the medication that is sensitive to the bacteria. Usually, intravenous medication is administered for 1 to 2 weeks, followed by oral antibiotics for 2 to 4 weeks to prevent the condition from becoming chronic. In daily life, it is important to pay attention to self-care and avoid spicy foods.