First Aid For Acute Epididymitis
Acute epididymitis brings a lot of pain to patients. How to give first aid to men with sudden acute epididymitis? This question puzzles many male friends. In daily life, there will inevitably be some unexpected situations. So when we encounter this situation, what should we do to deal with it? Let's take a look at the coping measures for acute epididymitis attack.
When acute epididymitis occurs, it is recommended that the patient rest in bed and hold up the scrotum to relieve pain.
1. In the early stage, ice packs can be placed on the epididymis to prevent swelling.
2. In the late stage, a hot compress can be used to promote local blood supply and accelerate the resolution of inflammation.
3. If the inflammatory mass of the epididymis increases, the skin of the scrotum is red, swollen, and fluctuating, and an abscess is formed, incision and drainage must be performed. Due to the indwelling catheter leading to the disease, the catheter should be removed.
4. If the pain in the epididymis is severe, ask a specialist to give 10-20 ml of 1% lidocaine to partially seal the spermatic cord from the upper end of the testis, which can relieve pain and relieve swelling.
5. Sexual impulses and heavy physical activity should be avoided during the acute phase, so as not to aggravate infection and symptoms. For a small number of recalcitrant patients with unsatisfactory disease control, epididymis and even orchiectomy are feasible.
6. Because acute epididymitis is an infection, anti-infection treatment should be carried out. Clinically, broad-spectrum antibiotics and antibiotics with a better effect on Gram-negative bacteria are often used. For systemic symptoms such as pain and fever, antipyretic and analgesic drugs should be used for symptomatic treatment.
Reminder:
The above are the first-aid measures for men with acute epididymitis. I hope that patients will pay attention to it. If there are adverse symptoms of epididymitis, go to a regular hospital for treatment as soon as possible to avoid adverse consequences.