Most cases of epididymitis are treated on an outpatient basis, but follow-up evaluations are necessary within one week of treatment to ensure the condition is responding appropriately.
Children younger than 14 may be referred to a urologist to rule out any anatomical abnormalities, and men older than 50 should be evaluated for an enlarged prostate.

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