Epididymitis Symptoms and Treatment Methods

Written by Wang Shuai
Urology
Updated on September 13, 2024
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Epididymitis refers to the enlargement of the epididymis caused by infections such as bacteria and viruses, accompanied by pain. Some patients may notice swelling of the scrotal skin and even an increase in skin temperature.

For this condition, it is necessary to use antibiotics in a timely manner. If the epididymitis is caused by bacterial infection, quinolone antibiotics or cephalosporin antibiotics can be used for treatment, generally requiring medication for one to two weeks. If the symptoms are severe, it is advisable to administer antibiotics intravenously for better results. If it is caused by a viral infection, antiviral medications are needed.

During treatment, it is important to rest in bed as much as possible and to keep the scrotum elevated to facilitate local blood circulation. Dietary considerations should include eating lighter foods and avoiding spicy and irritating foods.

(The use of medication should be under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Epididymitis Symptoms and Treatment Methods

Epididymitis refers to the enlargement of the epididymis caused by infections such as bacteria and viruses, accompanied by pain. Some patients may notice swelling of the scrotal skin and even an increase in skin temperature. For this condition, it is necessary to use antibiotics in a timely manner. If the epididymitis is caused by bacterial infection, quinolone antibiotics or cephalosporin antibiotics can be used for treatment, generally requiring medication for one to two weeks. If the symptoms are severe, it is advisable to administer antibiotics intravenously for better results. If it is caused by a viral infection, antiviral medications are needed. During treatment, it is important to rest in bed as much as possible and to keep the scrotum elevated to facilitate local blood circulation. Dietary considerations should include eating lighter foods and avoiding spicy and irritating foods. (The use of medication should be under the guidance of a doctor.)

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How is epididymitis caused?

Epididymitis refers to the inflammation of the epididymis, characterized by enlargement and pain, caused by infections from pathogens such as bacteria. The main cause of epididymitis is usually a preceding infection such as urethritis, bacterial prostatitis, or vesiculitis that was not timely treated. Bacteria spread along the vas deferens to the epididymis, leading to epididymitis. Additionally, trauma to the epididymis can also cause epididymitis. Another common scenario is related to certain medical procedures, such as prolonged catheterization or after undergoing plasma electrocautery surgery of the prostate, which can easily lead to epididymitis. Once epididymitis occurs, it is crucial to promptly treat it with antibiotics. During treatment, it is advisable to consume a light diet, avoid spicy and stimulating food, rest as much as possible in bed, and keep the scrotum elevated. (Specific medication usage should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor.)

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epididymitis symptoms

The main clinical manifestations of epididymitis are significant enlargement of the epididymis accompanied by obvious pain. At the same time, the skin of the scrotum will be red and swollen, and the skin temperature will increase. If not treated promptly, the condition may further develop and possibly involve inflammation of the testis, and even lead to the possibility of testicular and epididymal abscesses. If a testicular or epididymal abscess occurs, touching the testis and epididymis will show a distinct fluctuation, and even an abscess rupture may occur, with pus visible on the skin of the scrotum and flowing out from within the scrotum. If these symptoms appear, it is necessary to promptly visit the hospital's urology department and use antibiotics for standard treatment. If an abscess has already formed, an abscess incision and drainage should be performed. (Specific medication use should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Epididymal cyst B-ultrasound manifestations

Epididymal cysts are formed due to the dilation of the efferent ductules and localized blockage of the epididymal duct, and they typically have characteristic appearances on ultrasound, showing as single or multiple anechoic areas. Epididymal cysts are usually located within the head of the epididymis and appear round or oval in shape with clear boundaries, varying in size from a few millimeters to several centimeters. The cyst walls are thin, with good internal sound transmission, and there are generally no significant blood flow signals inside the cysts. Some parts of the cyst walls may calcify, appearing as strong echoic shadows. Epididymal cysts are a type of benign lesion.

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Epididymitis and orchitis, what is the difference?

The epididymis and testicles are both part of the male reproductive organs. The epididymis is an accessory gland of the testicle and is located adjacent to it. If epididymitis or orchitis occurs, it is difficult to distinguish between them based on symptoms alone, as both conditions can cause noticeable enlargement and pain of the scrotum, but further examination is required for a definitive diagnosis. During a physical examination, it can be observed that patients with epididymitis have a noticeably enlarged epididymis, while the enlargement of the testicle is not as prominent. Conversely, with orchitis, the testicle is significantly enlarged, while the enlargement of the epididymis is less noticeable. Since these two organs are adjacent, epididymitis often occurs with orchitis, and vice versa. Clarification typically requires examinations such as ultrasonography. However, there are no significant differences in the treatment of these two conditions, so they are often collectively referred to as epididymo-orchitis.