Patient's question:
I have orchitis and I don't know how serious it is. Usually, my testicles feel painful, and there is radiating pain in the scrotum, groin, and inguinal region. What should I do? What preventive measures do I need to take?Doctor's answer:
Early symptoms of orchitis require the use of effective antibiotics to suppress the disease. It can also be used to prevent the recurrence of purulent orchitis and testicular abscesses. Special attention should be paid to orchitis associated with acute mumps. Bilateral inflammation caused by acute mumps orchitis can lead to irreversible damage to spermatogenesis, and in severe cases, it may even result in testicular atrophy, leading to male infertility. Therefore, timely prevention and treatment are unavoidable. Orchitis can be managed, but the treatment period is usually long, and relapse is common after recovery. Thus, it is essential to actively cooperate with the doctor's medication plan during treatment. Additionally, it is recommended to maintain a healthy lifestyle and adopt a balanced diet during the treatment period.