Chronic epididymitisN45.9

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

Chronic epididymitis; Epididymitis chronic

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Consequential condition of epididymitis acuta, tuberculous etiology possible.

Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.

Hard, pressure-linked infiltration of the epididymis.

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

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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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer