What is the best medicine for testicle swelling?

Orchitis. All types of orchitis are usually treated by taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), like ibuprofen or naproxen, along with using ice or cold packs, supporting and elevating your scrotum, and resting in order to reduce the swelling and control pain and discomfort.
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How can I make my testicle swelling go down?

Home Care
  1. Apply ice packs to the scrotum for the first 24 hours, followed by sitz baths to decrease swelling.
  2. Elevate scrotum by placing a rolled up towel between your legs. ...
  3. Wear a loose-fitting athletic supporter for daily activities.
  4. Avoid excessive activity until the swelling disappears.
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What is the most common cause of a swollen testicle?

Orchitis (pronounced or-kit-es) is a swelling in one or both testicles. It's the result of an infection, which may be viral, bacterial or sexually transmitted (STI). You may have mild to severe pain and swelling. Orchitis often begins in one testicle, and then gradually spreads to the other.
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Does testicle swelling go away?

A mild swollen testicle after an injury is common and often goes away after a few days. However, large, or sudden swelling should be immediately treated, as it may point to a more serious underlying condition.
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What causes men's balls to swell?

Fluid Buildup: An injury or infection can cause fluid to build up around the testicle, causing painful swelling. This is called a hydrocele. Varicocele: A varicocele is essentially varicose veins of the scrotum and can result in testicular swelling and aching.
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Should I be worried if my testicle is swollen?

If you notice one of your testicles is swollen, it's time to see your doctor. A swollen testicle can be caused by a number of health conditions. The good news is most are non-cancerous. Your doctor will examine your testicle to find the cause and decide how, if at all, it needs to be treated.
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What is the best antibiotic to treat epididymitis?

Epididymitis caused by bacteria is treated with antibiotics, most often doxycycline (Oracea®, Monodox®), ciprofloxacin (Cipro®), levofloxacin (Levaquin®), or trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim®). Antibiotics are usually taken for 1 to 2 weeks. Men who have epididymitis can also relieve their symptoms by: Resting.
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Which doctor is best for testicular pain?

Testicular pain, lump or masses: When testicular pain is persistent and does not go away within two weeks, it is time to see a Urologist. Any masses, firmness or nodules on the testicles should be examined by a urologic specialist, due to the chance of testicular cancer.
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Can amoxicillin treat epididymitis?

In the pediatric population, epididymitis is considered a UTI and is treated as appropriate. In general, a course of an antibiotic such as sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim, nitrofurantoin, or amoxicillin can be given with a patient referral to a urologist or pediatric urologist.
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Can testicle pain go away on its own?

Sometimes, chronic testicular pain goes away on its own, but there is no way to predict if it will go away, or when it may return. Sudden testicular pain can signal an emergency and may be a dangerous condition. For sudden testicular pain, seek medical help immediately.
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What is best treatment for hydrocele?

A hydrocele that doesn't disappear on its own might need to be surgically removed, typically as an outpatient procedure. The surgery to remove a hydrocele (hydrocelectomy) can be done under general or regional anesthesia. An incision is made in the scrotum or lower abdomen to remove the hydrocele.
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How long does testicular swelling last?

It takes about 6 to 8 weeks for the swelling to go away. You may have to have many follow-up visits with your urologist to chart your progress. If conservative measures (meds and jock strap) don't work, surgery may be needed and the testicle may have to be removed.
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How do you treat a testicular infection naturally?

Lifestyle and home remedies
  1. Rest in bed.
  2. Lie down so that your scrotum is elevated.
  3. Apply cold packs to your scrotum as tolerated.
  4. Wear an athletic supporter.
  5. Avoid lifting heavy objects.
  6. Avoid sexual intercourse until your infection has cleared.
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What is the home remedy for testicle pain?

Use ice to reduce swelling in the scrotum. Take warm baths. Support your testicles while lying down by placing a rolled towel under your scrotum. Use over-the-counter pain medications like acetaminophen or ibuprofen to reduce pain.
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What is ciprofloxacin 500mg used for?

It's used to treat bacterial infections, such as: chest infections (including pneumonia) skin and bone infections. sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
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Does azithromycin treat epididymitis?

Objectives: Chlamydia trachomatis is one of the major pathogens causing acute epididymitis. Azithromycin (AZM) has a good efficacy against C. trachomatis; however, the ability of AZM to penetrate into human epididymal tissue has not yet been fully elucidated.
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Can drugs cause testicular pain?

In humans, the relationship between testicular pain and ischemia induced by chronic use of cocaine was initially suggested by Neynaber and colleagues in a case report of Wegener's granulomatosis. However, testicular pain in this case was part of the clinical syndrome, where other organs were affected simultaneously.
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How long does it take for antibiotics to clear epididymitis?

Treatments for epididymitis

You should start to feel better within a few days, but it may take up to 2 weeks to fully recover. It's important to finish the whole course of antibiotics, even if you start to feel better.
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What is best treatment for hydrocele in adults?

Hydrocelectomy is the gold standard for the treatment of hydrocele, but it often causes complications after surgery, including hematoma, infection, persistent swelling, hydrocele recurrence, and chronic pain.
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How can I fix my hydrocele at home?

There is no way to prevent hydroceles from occurring. A hydrocele may occur because of a birth defect or in a few cases because of an underlying condition. In either case, adults and parents of little children should get an expert's opinion before resorting to any hydrocele home treatment.
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Which food is good for testis pain?

Eating plenty of foods rich in antioxidants is great for testicular health (and your overall wellbeing). Fruits and vegetables are your best friend here: prunes, raisins, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, oranges, cherries, kale, spinach, Brussels sprouts, alfalfa sprouts, broccoli, red bell peppers ...
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Can hydrocele affect kidneys?

PUV can cause mild to severe hydronephrosis in one or both kidneys, but in many cases the kidneys function reasonably well. Bladder development is also affected by the obstruction of urinary flow.
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Can you live with a hydrocele?

A hydrocele typically isn't dangerous and usually doesn't affect fertility. But a hydrocele might be associated with an underlying testicular condition that can cause serious complications, including: Infection or tumor. Either might reduce sperm production or function.
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Is ice good for hydrocele?

To help reduce swelling, you may use an ice pack for the first 24 – 48 hours, then as needed. Use the ice pack for 20 – 30 minutes on, then 20 – 30 minutes off. You may have a temporary drain called a Penrose to drain any extra fluid and blood.
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Can hydrocele be treated with antibiotic?

There are no medications available to treat a hydrocele. A hydrocele usually does not need to be surgically repaired. A hydrocele typically goes away on its own within six to 12 months of age.
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