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Chronic Epididymitis


Treatment & Monitoring

What are the treatments for the condition?

Chronic epididymitis can be treated in these ways:

  • injections of steroids or local anesthetics along a nerve
  • muscle relaxing agents, to reduce muscle tension in the area between the scrotum and anus
  • neuromodulating agents, which are medicines used to fix faulty nerve function in the groin area
  • nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen and naproxen
  • removal of the epididymis
  • warm baths once or twice a day
  • What are the side effects of the treatments?

    Medicines used to treat chronic epididymitis can cause stomach upset or allergic reactions. Surgery can cause bleeding, infection, or allergic reaction to anesthesia.

    What happens after treatment for the condition?

    Often, symptoms return a few months after treatment. Sometimes, the pain cannot be well controlled. Tests and exams can reassure the man that no serious disease is causing the problem.

    How is the condition monitored?

    Any new or worsening symptoms should be reported to the healthcare provider.


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