Patient's question:
How to treat epididymal hardening left after epididymitisDoctor's answer:
Hello, epididymitis is mostly caused by retrograde infection of the epididymis through the vas deferens from prostatitis or seminal vesiculitis, with hematogenous infection being rare. It is divided into acute epididymitis and chronic epididymitis. The scrotum often experiences pain, swelling, and a heavy sensation, with the pain potentially radiating to the lower abdomen and the same side of the thigh. The affected epididymis becomes enlarged with mild tenderness, clearly demarcated from the testis, and the scrotal skin swells and turns red. Accompanying symptoms include thickening of the spermatic cord and vas deferens, hardening of the prostate with fibrous nodules, and other chronic prostatitis manifestations. Bilateral chronic epididymitis can lead to infertility. It is recommended that you visit the department of reproductive infections at a hospital to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment!