I am feeling a lot better than I was. Quick recap: I had a bout with ep about one year ago. It was halted with two weeks of floxin and one week of anaprox (I was prescribed two weeks of anaprox but it ate away the lining of my mouth). I felt fine ever since, until about seven or eight weeks ago when essentially the same symptoms returned. I had six days of levofloxacin (I highly recommend that you DO NOT take levofloxacin unless it is a last resort) and have basically been taking Aleve ever since.

I feel nearly 100% better now, although I still feel weird down there. The best way to describe it is that I am "conscious" of the affected testicle. Ordinarily, I should be able to go through a day without being aware of it. I don't know if it's a phantom sensation or what.

Anyway, I don't know why I feel better or whether I will continue to feel better. But here is what I did: First, I now get regular, low-impact exercise. I try to go for brisk walks at least every other day. Second, I have eliminated 99% of the hydrogenated fats and other bad fats from my diet, and have increased the amount of "good" fats from sources like sardines and salmon. I eat more soy protein, less red meat. Third, I tossed my boxers in favor of briefs. Fourth, I avoid sitting for long periods at work. Whenever I am not on the computer, I stand up to read or whatever. Lastly, I take multivitamins, high doses of vitamin C, and "Zyflamend," which is a pill containing several herbal supplements with anti-inflammatory properties. It is recommended by Dr. Andrew Weil, who has yet to steer me wrong. Google it, and you can find it.

I think my attitude has helped more than anything. Never underestimate the power of feeling like you are taking control of your own health.