Many factors can cause epididymitis. But do not worry, herbal medicine Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory Pill can be your better option.

1. Wuhan Dr.Lee’s TCM Clinic
What Are the Reasons
for Epididymitis
Occurring on the Left
Side?

2. Epididymitis, the inflammation of the epididymis
located at the back of the testicle, can affect
men of any age. Understanding the causes of
left-sided epididymitis is crucial for effective
management and treatment.

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4. 1. Risky Sexual Behavior: Engaging in unprotected sex
increases the risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases
like gonorrhea, which can lead to epididymitis. It's essential to
avoid high-risk sexual behaviors and seek prompt medical
examination after any risky exposure.
2. Urine Reflux: When male reproductive organs are
compressed or elevated abnormally, urine may reflux into the
epididymis, heightening the risk of epididymitis. Avoiding
compression of reproductive organs can reduce this risk.

5. 3. Bacterial Infection: Bacteria like E. coli and Staphylococcus
can infect the epididymis, causing inflammation. Often,
epididymitis co-occurs with bacterial prostatitis, and
incomplete treatment of prostatitis can exacerbate the
condition, leading to acute epididymitis. Acute cases should
be treated with appropriate antibiotics, such as
fluoroquinolones, while chronic cases may benefit from
traditional Chinese medicine, like Diuretic and Anti-
inflammatory Pill.

6. 4. Epididymal Obstruction: Post-
vasectomy or congenital vas deferens
obstructions can lead to epididymal
blockage, culminating in epididymitis.
Treatment may involve vas deferens
anastomosis to establish a new
pathway for the expelled fluid.

7. 5. Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Infection: Although rare,
tuberculosis can cause tuberculous epididymitis, necessitating
specific anti-tuberculosis medication.

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9. The possibility of
fathering children with
unilateral epididymitis
largely depends on the
health of the epididymis
on the opposite side.

10. If the other epididymis functions normally, fertility is typically not
affected. However, if there are ejaculatory issues on the other side,
it can lead to reduced fertility.

11. Timely medical intervention is vital upon noticing symptoms
of epididymitis. Alongside prescribed treatments, patients
should also focus on rest, scrotal elevation, pain relief, and
strengthening their diet and immune system for a speedy
recovery. Understanding the causes and taking proactive steps
towards treatment can significantly impact the management
of this condition and its implications on fertility.

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13. If you have questions about your
condition and treatment, contact
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