Patient's question:
Recently, I felt some swelling in my testicles, and pressing them with my hand caused intense pain. When I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, they said it was likely orchitis. My testicles often hurt, affecting my ability to walk, and I also experienced a heavy pain in the lower waist. How can orchitis be effectively treated?Doctor's answer:
The male scrotum contains two testicles, but in addition to the testicles, it also has two epididymides. The epididymides are a pair of long, flat organs that are attached to the testicles along the spermatic cord. In the acute phase (3~4 days), rest in bed is recommended. Using a scrotal support can alleviate symptoms, and a specially designed larger scrotal support with cotton padding is more comfortable to wear. For severe pain, pain relievers can be used. Local heat therapy can relieve symptoms and promote inflammation resolution.