Patient's question:
I feel like I might have orchitis. I noticed that the skin on my testicles is particularly red, and it seems a bit swollen. It also hurts when I touch it. These symptoms have persisted for a week without any improvement. I'm still young and haven't even been married yet. I'm really scared. Could you please tell me: How is orchitis best treated?Doctor's answer:
Medicinal herbs that clear heat and detoxify can be used to treat orchitis. Blood serum from convalescent patients with mononucleosis and mumps, as well as drugs such as diethylstilbestrol and cortisone, can reduce symptoms of orchitis. Antibiotics and other medications can also be used to treat orchitis. In severe cases of orchitis, surgery may be necessary, including incision and drainage or orchiectomy. For syphilitic orchitis caused by syphilis, the testicles should first be removed, and further treatment can be decided after the pathological report.Local early cold compresses can be applied, and cold compresses can also be used in the middle and later stages to reduce symptoms of orchitis and alleviate pain. Orchitis can be cured as long as the condition is detected early and treated promptly, systematically, and effectively to prevent testicular damage.