Patient's question:
Diagnosed with epididymitis and prostatitis at the hospital. After taking medication and injections for a period of time, the symptoms have somewhat subsided, and the prostatic fluid test is also normal. However, there is still some swelling and pain in the testicles. Could you please ask the doctor if I still need to take medication?Doctor's answer:
Hello, epididymitis is more common in middle-aged and young adults. It can be divided into two types based on the course of the disease: acute epididymitis and chronic epididymitis. Acute epididymitis is often caused by the spread of urinary system infections, prostatitis, or seminal vesiculitis along the vas deferens to the epididymis. If acute epididymitis is not treated properly, it can develop into chronic epididymitis. Treatment also varies depending on the condition. For acute epididymitis, appropriate rest, antibiotics, and general analgesics should be provided. Local treatments may include heat application, physical therapy, and the use of scrotal supports to elevate the scrotum. It is recommended that you seek medical treatment at a hospital to avoid missing the best opportunity for treatment.