You need to use what works for you, although I personally would have an extremely difficult time adjusting to a noseless saddle.
You have my sympathy, since I have walked a couple of steps -- NOT a mile -- in your shoes. About 15 years ago I suffered through a few days' bout of epididymitis, which fortunately cleared up on its own. The urologist I consulted recommended a jock strap, which I was already instinctively using, and ice, which did bring some relief.
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"Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." --Theodore Roosevelt
Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
Carlton: 1962 Franco Suisse, S/N K7911
Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
Bianchi: 1982 Campione d'Italia, S/N 1.M9914
Schwinn: 1988 Project KOM-10, S/N F804069
Last edited by John E; 07-16-15 at 11:29 AM.