Patient's question:
Last night while taking a shower, I noticed my testicles felt a bit swollen. I woke up earlier and seemed to have a fever, which got worse in the afternoon. I went to the hospital for a check-up and was told I have acute orchitis. I'm really very worried. Please ask: How should patients with orchitis be treated?Doctor's answer:
Chronic epididymitis almost has no interference on sexual function. However, due to long-term inflammation stimulation, the epididymis becomes hardened. During sexual intercourse when reaching orgasm, the epididymis and vas deferens contract to expel semen, which can cause pain again. Sometimes, the pain may persist for a while after intercourse. Therefore, it affects the quality of sexual life.When suffering from acute epididymitis, sexual activity should not be engaged in. The epididymis is in a state of congestion and edema due to inflammation, and sexual activity can exacerbate the swelling, hindering the resolution of inflammation. It is essential to gradually resume sexual activity only after the condition has healed.
Epididymitis is one of the important causes of male infertility and should be understood and treated promptly.