Question 1

very high c-reactive protein but very low esr (4), ordered for chronic epididymitis. how can inflammation markers differ so much? male, 21 years old.

Accepted Answer

See below: It's a good question. The CRP is considered more specific for inflammation or infection in the body. There are many factors that can affect the sed rate and make its results unreliable.

Question 2

i got diagnosed with epididymitis about 4 or 5 weeks ago. the doctor determined it to just be inflammation. why are still swollen? and sore sometime

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: May be continuing at a lower level than previously, or simply this area of the body has not yet fully recovered from the insult.

Question 3

can masturbation cause epididymitis or some inflammation or urinary tract infection?

Accepted Answer

: No cause and effect relationship exists between masturbation and inflammations such as epididymitis and UTI.

Question 4

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 5

can you get enlarged lymph nodes in neck because of epididymitis? also can you get enlarged lymph nodes because of inflammation without infection?

Accepted Answer

It is possible: Abnormal Lymph node enlargement commonly results from infection, immune response or other causes. Therefore, the direct clinical examination is essential for diagnosis. See your PCP first.

Question 6

if i have epididymtis from inflammation and not infection, can i still have sex?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But women do not get infections in organs which they don't have.  If you have an epididymus you need to be redefined.

Question 7

i have epididmytis/orhitis.ultrasound was done found veriocele otherwise just inflammation. .im in a long term relationship for 14 years, married 6 so sti is not likely. on keflex 500mg/ 4x for 7 daysconcerned will this be enough meds?

Accepted Answer

: The recommended, standard treatment for non-sexually acquired epididymitis is levofloxacin or similar drug (e.g. ciprofloxacin); these are more likely than cephalexin (Keflex) to be active against bacteria that cause most urinary tract infections and epididymitis. If urine culture showed a bacteria sensitive to cephalexin, you'll be fine. If not or uncertain, discuss with the doctor treating you.

Question 8

how long does it take to recover from epididymitis surgery?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Many people have persistent pain for up to 4-6 weeks.

Question 9

how longs ceftriaxone take to work for epididymitis?

Accepted Answer

: It should start working immediately. But if there is a swelling in the epidi. it will take at least 10-15 days to resolve. pl wear a support to reduce symptoms. Hope you feel better

Question 10

how long does it take epididymitis to cause men infertility?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Acute epididymitis rarely causes male infertility.  Chronic and unremitting epididymitis can be a rare cause of oligospermia, particularly if it is bilateral.

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Very high c-reactive protein but very low esr (4), ordered for chronic epididymitis. how can inflammation markers differ so much? male, 21 years old.

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I got diagnosed with epididymitis about 4 or 5 weeks ago. the doctor determined it to just be inflammation. why are still swollen? and sore sometime

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Can masturbation cause epididymitis or some inflammation or urinary tract infection?

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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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Can you get enlarged lymph nodes in neck because of epididymitis? also can you get enlarged lymph nodes because of inflammation without infection?

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If i have epididymtis from inflammation and not infection, can i still have sex?

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I have epididmytis/orhitis.ultrasound was done found veriocele otherwise just inflammation. .im in a long term relationship for 14 years, married 6 so sti is not likely. on keflex 500mg/ 4x for 7 daysconcerned will this be enough meds?

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How long does it take to recover from epididymitis surgery?

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