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I went to er for testicle pain. was diagnosed with hydrocele. dr prescribed me z-pack. will this help? if so, is taking three z-packs ok? how long?
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No: Antibiotics will treat infection but will not make a hydrocele go away. I suspect your doctor felt you had a component of infection such as epididymitis, and that is why you were given antibiotics. The duration of antibiotic therapy is best determined by the doctor who actually examines you.
Answered 1/23/2014
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