Patient's question:
I am a university teacher, 25 years old, married, and got mumps in June last year. The doctor said it might cause orchitis, but I didn't pay much attention. Recently, while taking a shower, I suddenly noticed that my left testicle had shrunk. What are some ways to prevent orchitis?Doctor's answer:
Orchitis is an inflammatory condition of the testicles caused by various septic factors. It is divided into two types: acute purulent orchitis and mumps orchitis. The general prognosis is favorable, although in very rare cases, it may lead to testicular atrophy and male infertility. The affected testicle shows diffuse reduction in size but still maintains an oblong shape. The main manifestations during the acute phase include testicular swelling and tenderness, which may radiate to the groin; if there is a bacterial infection, an abscess may form, accompanied by a sense of vibration.