Question 1

can i have sex after 7 weeks of epididymitis recovery? if no, why? and if yes, should there be any pain while doing so or anything to expect?

Accepted Answer

Sure: It might hurt if there is weight on the scrotum but there is no danger.

Question 2

non infection epididymitis recovery time? i have seen er twice and urologist twice. been diagnosed with epididymitis and instructed to take aleve. is this enough to solve a epididymitis? in general, is this an effective treatment for epididymitis?

Accepted Answer

: The large majority of epididymitis at your age is due to an STI, assuming you have been sexually active. Were you tested for all likely infections? That should include chlamydia, gonorrhea, and ideally Mycoplasma genitalium. Even if all negative, normally epididymitis is treated with antibiotics in case an infection was missed by testing. Raise these issues with your urologist. Good luck.

Question 3

what effect will masturbating once 12 days into epididymitis have on the condition? will it slow down recovery, increase pain or what?

Accepted Answer

Epididymitis: It will not likely have an effect.  You may have a bit of discomfort within the infected/inflammed epididymis but this should be temporary and not impact your recovery.

Question 4

what is the recovery period for epididymitis? it can months or years?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: Largely, the Rx for epididymitis is based on indirect evidence by history and physical exam since epididymis is inaccessible for bacterial documentation; for men with clinical suspicion of STD-related urethritis, treat them for gono / chlamydia, etc.; for men with bacterial UTI, treat them with common antibiotic for bacterial UTI. Duration of Rx is about 7-10 days; Sx resolved in 1-4 wks; but ...

Question 5

i have an inflamed epididymitis on the tail and head. i did urine test and ultrasounds showing no bacteria or other underlying issues but inflammation. is it okay to masterbate during recovery?

Accepted Answer

: yes- but better if you can wait till it heals to avoid any discomfort/pain

Question 6

epididymitis treated with 500mg 2x daily for 7 days. can i drink alcohol and have sex on day 9? also can i get pfizer covid-19 vaccine on day 8, will the above interfere with recovery? thanks?

Accepted Answer

: If you are the same gentleman whose pain was not getting better with cipro, I would not think that sexual intercourse  would be particularly desirable, but wouldn't affect your infection or your COVID vaccine.  Is there some planned ritual on "day 9"?

Question 7

what is epididymitis?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: It is inflammation of the epididymis which is a curved convoluted tubular  structure  behind the testicle with a lumen in which sperms mature. The condition may be acute or chronic. If you were diagnosed with it,I am assuming you must be on an antibiotic. If you suspect you have it,see a doctor.

Question 8

what is epididymitis like?

Accepted Answer

Mestrual cramp s: In the scrotum, but lasting until you take an appropriate antibiotic for the infection.

Question 9

epididymitis, how long to treat?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: If epididymitis-causing bug is sensitive to the prescribed antibiotics, usually yes, a course of one-week use will usually suffice but not necessary to resolve epididymal swelling, which may take weeks, even months to soften and disappear; occasionally, post-epididymitis residual tissue induration may last forever. Detail? Ask Doc timely. Best wish ...

Question 10

do cefdot 200 work for epididymitis ?

Accepted Answer

Cefdot: Yes it is used for bacterial infections of the respiratory, urinary systems. It should work as a brad spectrum antibiotic.

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Can i have sex after 7 weeks of epididymitis recovery? if no, why? and if yes, should there be any pain while doing so or anything to expect?

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Non infection epididymitis recovery time? i have seen er twice and urologist twice. been diagnosed with epididymitis and instructed to take aleve. is this enough to solve a epididymitis? in general, is this an effective treatment for epididymitis?

A member asked:

What effect will masturbating once 12 days into epididymitis have on the condition? will it slow down recovery, increase pain or what?

A member asked:

What is the recovery period for epididymitis? it can months or years?

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I have an inflamed epididymitis on the tail and head. i did urine test and ultrasounds showing no bacteria or other underlying issues but inflammation. is it okay to masterbate during recovery?

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Epididymitis treated with 500mg 2x daily for 7 days. can i drink alcohol and have sex on day 9? also can i get pfizer covid-19 vaccine on day 8, will the above interfere with recovery? thanks?

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What is epididymitis?

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What is epididymitis like?

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Epididymitis, how long to treat?

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Do cefdot 200 work for epididymitis ?

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