Synonym(s)
Chronic epididymitis; Epididymitis chronic
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Consequential condition of epididymitis acuta, tuberculous etiology possible.
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Hard, pressure-linked infiltration of the epididymis.
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Cooperation with the urologist. Antibiotic administration with penicillins 10 mega/day i.v. (e.g. penicillin Grünenthal) or tetracyclines (e.g. Achromycin Filmtbl.) 4 times/day 250 mg p.o. Clarification of a possible underlying tuberculosis and if necessary tuberculostatics. Treatment of the underlying disease (e.g. prostatitis). Epididymectomy if necessary.
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Antituberculotic drugs ; Cutaneous tuberculosis (overview); Epididymitis acuta; Prostatitis;Disclaimer
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