Patient's question:
Last night while taking a shower, I noticed my testicles felt a bit swollen. I woke up earlier and thought I might have a fever, and by the afternoon, it became worse. I went to the hospital for a check-up and was told I have orchitis. I'm really very worried. Could you please tell me: what are the treatments available for orchitis?Doctor's answer:
Chronic orchitis is often caused by incomplete treatment of non-specific acute orchitis. It can also be triggered by fungal, spirochete, or parasitic infections. Individuals with a history of testicular trauma may experience recurrent granulomatous orchitis. The treatment of chronic orchitis should be targeted at the underlying cause. For cases arising from non-specific infections, symptomatic treatment is primarily used, which may include scrotal cold compresses, spermatic cord isolation, and antibiotic anesthesia. If an abscess has formed, incision and drainage may be necessary. It is recommended to seek treatment at a formal urological specialty hospital. Orchitis can be stabilized, but the treatment period is generally long, and relapse is common after recovery. Therefore, medications should be used symptomatically during treatment, and it is advisable to maintain a healthy lifestyle and proper diet during the treatment period. We hope male patients can recover quickly.