Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing testicular swelling and tenderness. The skin of the scrotum is also a bit red and swollen. After examination, it was diagnosed as orchitis. Can orchitis be cured? I've had orchitis for two years, can it still be treated?Doctor's answer:
Orchitis is usually caused by bacteria and viruses. The testicles rarely suffer from bacterial infections due to their rich blood and lymphatic supply, which provides strong resistance to bacterial infections. It is recommended to rest in bed, support the scrotum, and apply local cold compresses. If the scrotal skin is significantly swollen, use a 50% magnesium sulfate solution for hot compresses. After the inflammation subsides, in addition to the hormone except for its effectiveness in treating acute mumps orchitis, it also has a significant effect in preventing testicular atrophy. It is recommended to use it. Orchitis can be relieved, but the treatment period is usually long, and it is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is essential to actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment and use the medication appropriately.