Inflammation of the testicles
Dear Sir or Madam,
After sexual contact (unprotected), I experienced a burning and itching sensation in my penis 1-2 weeks later (without any external redness or similar symptoms). I also had a discharge (initially whitish, later turning yellow), and then developed an inflammation of the left testicle (or epididymis, I am not sure). This was characterized by a slight redness and minimal swelling of the scrotum. Just to clarify, I did not see a doctor beforehand. I took a single dose of CIPROFLOXACIN 500 mg to rule out Gonorrhea, and after taking it, the discharge improved by about 40%. My suspicion was therefore on a Chlamydia infection, so I took a single dose of AZITHROMYCIN 1g. The discharge decreased, as did the burning and itching (although not completely). To treat the inflammation of the testicle and urethra, I took CIPROFLOXACIN 500 mg for 10 days (1g in the morning and 1g in the evening). After about 8 days of taking it, the discharge disappeared completely, and the burning and itching also subsided. Additionally, the inflammation of the testicle decreased significantly (by 70%). It has been around 8 days since my last dose of CIPROFLOXACIN. I no longer experience any burning or itching during urination, and it is normal without any issues. Sex is also not a problem, although I did experience a slight burning sensation (really minimal) after ejaculation once I finished the course of CIPROFLOXACIN.
My question now is, when should the testicular inflammation resolve at the latest? Or do I need to take another 10-day course of CIPROFLOXACIN? Please just share your experience.
