Patient's question:
I experience testicular pain during intercourse, and sometimes I have blood in my semen. Occasionally, my scrotum feels hot or painful when I touch it. After a thorough examination, it was diagnosed as orchitis. I have taken many medications, but they haven't been effective. I don't know what to do now. What are the causes of orchitis?Doctor's answer:
Orchitis: Usually caused by bacteria and viruses. Orchitis itself rarely occurs due to bacterial infections, as the testicles have abundant blood and lymphatic supply, making them highly resistant to bacterial infections. Most bacterial orchitis is caused by inflammation of the adjacent epididymis, hence it is also known as epididymo-orchitis. Common pathogens include Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, E. coli, etc. Attention should also be paid to diet.