Epididymitis - Philadelphia STD Testing Clinics

Epididymitis is present when men experience pain in the scrotum. It is often associated with the msot severe pain and swelling. This is caused by the two most common sexually transmitted diseases namely chlamydia and gonorrhea. This infection is most common among males with ages 18 to 40. It may not be found in male adolescents who are not practicing sexual activities. Acute epididymitis is usually accompanied by urethritis and is often not showing symptoms at all. Like any other STDs, if this is left untreated, it can cause several health problems like infection of the bladder, kidney, prostate, urinary tract and urethra. This can also increase one’s susceptibility to other diseases and illnesses.

Epididymitis is often caused by the same bacteria that cause other STDs. It may also be experienced if there is an injury or infection in the scrotum. Urinalysis can detect epididymitis infection. Urine culture can identify organisms that cause the infection. One may also undergo examination of discharges from the urethra or prostate glands, blood test and ultra sound.

STD testing can confirm infection for all sexually transmitted diseases. Local STD testing is done in hospitals and local health sites. This is made more available by those who are concerned about the uprising STD cases worldwide. In many different states, STD testing clinics are now open to help those who need more specialization in STD cases. Private STD testing is also offered in these clinics to make the patients be more comfortable during the testing and treatment.

Epididymitis is curable just like chlamydia and gonrrhea. And since this is a bacterial STD, it can be treated with antibiotics. Alternative therapies may also be done by the patient to help completely heal the infection. Fasting is recommended because this is said to ease out pain. The patient may take fruit or vegetables instead of a heavy meal.

Re-infection is also possible. All STDs caused by bacteria may be recurrent. Anti-inflammatory drugs may be taken. An epididymitis infected person must not take beverages that contain caffeine. Strict diet of high fiber foods will also be given. Examples of these foods are grains, fruits and nuts. These are to prevent the patient from constipation. Constipation can just add up to the pain that the patient is experiencing. Strenuous activities should also be avoided. A patient may have to abstain from having sex a month after symptoms has disappeared.

A patient should always monitor his urine flow. So, one is advised to take plenty of fluids and avoid urine retention. This will prevent further infection from happening such as urinary tract infection. The use of condoms should also be practiced. Also abstaining from having sex with one who is infected with STD should be followed.

STD testing is important for those who are suspecting to be infected with an STD. This can help one know what his real medical condition is. Even if symptoms do not show, as long as one is sexually active, he must take a regular STD testing to be sure that he is not infected at all. Preventive measures are also to be followed. These are not added responsibilities but a way to be infection-free and healthy.