Patient's question:
For a while now, my testicles have been slightly swollen and aching. Recently, they started to hurt more, especially when touched, and the other side seems to be swollen as well. I'm very worried. Please ask: How should I treat orchitis?Doctor's answer:
Adulthood infection is often caused by the direct spread of epididymitis to the testes or hematogenous transmission. In clinical diagnosis, it is commonly referred to as epididymitis-orchitis. The pathogens are mainly Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus, and Streptococcus. Acute orchitis in children is often caused by the mumps virus.Treatment principles:
1. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory treatment.
2. Bed rest, elevate the scrotum, local cold compresses, and physical therapy.
3. If an abscess forms, incision and drainage should be performed.
Wishing you a speedy recovery. For orchitis patients, timely treatment can reduce the risk of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should seek appropriate treatment promptly and pay attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods. Wishing you a speedy recovery.