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A member asked:

If u have epididymitis and there is swelling in scrotum then if u lay down or raise your legs upward will reduce swelling or it remains the same?

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Dr. Jesse Mills answered

Specializes in Urology

Elevate scrotum: Sometimes lying down and putting a pillow under your scrotum can help.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/21/2013

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