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 got 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 how to treat orchitis?Doctor's answer:
Principles of Treatment for Orchitis:1. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory treatment;
2. Bed rest, elevate the scrotum, apply local cold compresses and physical therapy; 1% lidocaine spermatic cord block anesthesia to reduce pain.
3. If an abscess forms, incision and drainage should be performed.
Principles of Medication Use:
Use sufficient and broad-spectrum antibiotics in the early stage, such as azithromycin. Orchitis tends to recur, requiring long-term medication. Additionally, male patients should seek professional and reputable medical attention immediately, and treatment should be decided based on examination results. Furthermore, it is important to quit smoking and drinking, maintain personal hygiene, and wish all patients a speedy recovery.