Patient's question:
Testicular inflammation took a course of medication, but it had no effect. What's going on... How should one treat testicular inflammation?Doctor's answer:
Orchitis is an inflammatory condition of the testicles caused by various septic factors. It is divided into two types: acute suppurative orchitis and mumps orchitis. The general prognosis is favorable, although in very rare cases, it may lead to testicular atrophy and male infertility. The affected testicle shows diffuse reduction in size but still maintains a flattened elliptical shape. During the acute phase, the main symptoms include testicular swelling and tenderness, which may radiate to the groin. If bacterial infection occurs, it can form an abscess, causing a sense of vibration. Orchitis patients often experience redness and swelling of the scrotal skin. The testicle is a vital reproductive gland in males, and any issues with it can directly affect future fertility and sexual function.