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I was diagnosed with epididymitis. i took a 2 week course of antibiotics. but at 6 weeks later i still feel minor pain. how long does it take to heal?

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Dr. Paul Sucgang answered

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Epididymitis: Can you tell me which antibiotic you took? It may have been treated incompletely. Please visit your Primary Doctor and get retested for a Urinary Tract Infection. You may need a new or different antibiotic.

Answered 10/9/2018

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with epididymitis. i took a 2 week course of antibiotics. but at 6 weeks later i still feel minor pain. how long does it take to heal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Sucgang answered

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