Patient's question:
I don't have any bad habits usually, but I was recently diagnosed with orchitis. Now, I feel constant pain in my testicles, and sometimes I have high fever. I'm really struggling with this. Could you please help me with this?Doctor's answer:
Epididymitis is a common disease among young and middle-aged adults. When the body's resistance is low, pathogenic bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus, and Streptococcus can enter the vas deferens and retrogressively infiltrate the epididymis, causing inflammation. Therefore, this condition often follows secondary urethritis, prostatitis, and seminal vesiculitis. Generally, patients with epididymitis will develop a lump, which most commonly occurs at the head or tail of the epididymis, with the tail being more prevalent. The condition of epididymitis tends to recur, requiring long-term medication. Moreover, for male patients, it is essential to seek treatment immediately at a professional and reputable hospital, and treatment should be considered based on examination results. Additionally, proper diet and abstinence from sexual activity should be maintained. Finally, we wish all patients a speedy recovery.