Inflammation of the epididymis is mainly caused by bacteria. Therefore, the doctor usually prescribes antibiotics to cure the infection. In addition, ice may be applied to the genital area to reduce inflammation and bed rest may be recommended. Sometimes it is necessary to administer analgesics and anti-inflammatory drugs to relieve swelling and pain.
It should be noted that if epidymitis is not treated correctly, it could become chronic and even complicate and cause fertility problems in men.
Read the full article on: Epididymitis or Inflamed Testicles: A Cause For Male Sterility? ( 67).
By Estefanía Rodríguez Ferradas M.D., M.Sc., Ph.D. (gynecologist), Gustavo Daniel Carti M.D. (gynecologist), Laura Rollán Guilén B.Sc. (embryologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Romina Packan (invitra staff).
Last Update: 09/12/2023