Patient's question:
Fever has been high and I am particularly afraid of cold. At first, I thought it was just a cold, but then I noticed my testicles were getting more and more painful, and when I touched them, it felt like there was water inside. I went to the hospital for a check-up and was diagnosed with orchitis. Please ask: What are the symptoms of epididymitis?Doctor's answer:
Do you have any symptoms? How long have you had them? Epididymitis is divided into two types: acute and chronic. Acute epididymitis is mostly caused by bacteria spreading from the urethra. It can cause fever, swelling of the epididymis, pain, and in severe cases, it may lead to epididymo-orchitis, redness, swelling, heat, and pain in the scrotum on the same side, or even inflammation. Active anti-inflammatory treatment is required, generally lasting more than 4 weeks. Chronic epididymitis can result from acute epididymitis that does not heal properly, presenting symptoms such as swelling of the epididymis, hardness, and chronic pain.