How is epididymitis treated?
Epididymitis treatment involves antibiotics. The most common medications include doxycycline, ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin or trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. Antibiotic treatment usually lasts about one to two weeks.
People with epididymitis can also relieve their symptoms by:
- Resting.
- Elevating their scrotum.
- Applying ice packs to the affected area.
- Drinking fluids.
- Taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for the pain.
What are complications of epididymitis?
If epididymitis isn’t treated, complications can develop, such as an abscess (pus-filled sac) in your scrotum. Your scrotum’s skin may open because of swelling and infection.
In rare cases, epididymitis can cause fertility problems. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent these complications.
Will epididymitis go away?
With proper treatment, epididymitis will go away. It’s important to seek treatment as soon as possible to avoid further complications.
What can happen if epididymitis is left untreated?
An epididymitis infection can lead to serious problems if it’s not treated in a timely manner. Chronic epididymitis could cause an abscess to form on your scrotum. Or it could destroy your epididymis, resulting in infertility. In some cases, the infection can spread to other parts of your body.
Does ejacul*ting hurt epididymitis?
While ejacul*ting doesn’t make an epididymitis infection worse, it can make the pain more intense for some people. It’s best to abstain from masturbation until you’re treated, and you definitely shouldn’t have sex with anyone until your healthcare provider gives you clearance.
