How should orchitis be treated?

Patient's question:

Hello doctor, I have pain in my testicles and feel very uncomfortable. After a check-up, I was diagnosed with orchitis. I would like to ask, how should I treat orchitis?

Doctor's answer:

Treatment for Orchitis
1. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory treatment should be administered.
2. Rest in bed, elevate the scrotum, apply local cold compresses and physical therapy; 1% lidocaine spermatic cord block anesthesia can reduce pain.
3. If an abscess forms, incision and drainage should be performed! Early use of sufficient, broad-spectrum antibiotics, such as azithromycin, is recommended.
Wishing you a speedy recovery. Orchitis can be relieved, but the treatment process is usually slow, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, medications should be used symptomatically during treatment. Additionally, patients should maintain a light diet, avoid foods, and refrain from smoking and drinking beer. We hope male patients can recover quickly!