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Diagnosed With Epididymitis, Took Medicines, No Relief. Testicle Size Larger Than The Other. Safe To Have Sex?

I am diagnosed with Epididymities. and was advised to take some pain killer for 5 days. and now it has been 1 month. the inflammation has reduced but it still hurts...after sex. The size is just a little bit larger then the other testicle . Can I make love with my GF? Is it Contagious I wanted yo know how long it will take to cure it? what food should I have ?
Mon, 19 Nov 2012
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Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query.
It takes about three months for the testes to regain its original size.
The infection is not transmitted by sexual act.
Healthy food is good enough and zinc may be added.
Wishing you good health,
Regards
DR GS
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Diagnosed With Epididymitis, Took Medicines, No Relief. Testicle Size Larger Than The Other. Safe To Have Sex?

Hi Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query. It takes about three months for the testes to regain its original size. The infection is not transmitted by sexual act. Healthy food is good enough and zinc may be added. Wishing you good health, Regards DR GS