Patient's question:
Recently, I've always felt pain in my testicles, and this week I've also had a fever. Usually, I feel cold, and when I take a bath, I touch my testicles and feel like there's a lot of liquid inside. Please ask: How is epididymitis treated?Doctor's answer:
What are the common symptoms of epididymitis? The onset is sudden, with high fever and leukopenia. The affected testicle swells and becomes painful and heavy, with referred pain in the lower abdomen and groin. Pain intensifies when standing or walking. The affected epididymis becomes enlarged and tender to touch. When the inflammation is extensive, both the epididymis and testicle may become swollen, and their boundaries become indistinct, which is referred to as epididymitis orchitis. Epididymitis is highly dangerous. If it is not treated promptly or improperly treated, it may progress to a chronic condition, which becomes more difficult to treat. Therefore, if symptoms reappear, it is important to seek medical attention early for proper examination and treatment to prevent further complications. For patients with epididymitis, timely treatment can reduce the severity of the condition.