Patient's question:
I am a 26-year-old male. Last week, I noticed that my testicles were a bit red, but since there were no symptoms, I didn't take it seriously. Last night while taking a shower, I accidentally touched my testicles and felt some pain. When I touched them myself, it seemed like there was a lot of liquid inside. I am very scared. Please ask: Which method is best for treating testicular inflammation?Doctor's answer:
In the early stage of acute orchitis, the adequate use of antibiotics is necessary, but it is ineffective against orchitis caused by mumps. If it is bilateral orchitis, it may cause severe damage to sperm cells, making it a common cause of male infertility. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has a relatively certain therapeutic effect on acute orchitis. TCM primarily uses herbs that harmonize the body, remove toxins, clear heat, and promote diuresis. Both herbal decoctions based on basic formulas and prepared medicines can be used. Herbs that clear heat and detoxify can be taken orally for the affected area. From the perspective of treatment effects, integrated Chinese and Western medicine is highly effective for this condition. If antibiotics are used in adequate amounts in the early stage and combined with TCM syndrome differentiation and treatment, such as oral medication, Sitz baths, acupoint application, and acupuncture, significant therapeutic effects can be achieved, effectively preventing testicular swelling and damage to sperm cells.