Patient's question:
After running, the testicles swelled and hurtOn June 7th evening, I ran 7 kilometers. After finishing, I felt pain in the area of my testicles. When I touched them, I noticed that the right testicle was slightly larger than the left. Under the light, I observed that the blood vessels on the scrotum were very red. After about 2 hours, the pain subsided, and the blood vessels returned to normal. However, the right testicle was still slightly larger. I recalled that it might have been due to wearing loose underwear during the run, causing the testicles to shake continuously.
On June 8th morning, the right testicle was still slightly larger, but it was smaller than the previous night. I could clearly feel my right testicle when walking, as it would hit my thigh. Additionally, the amount of urine each time was a bit less than usual. Will it heal on its own after a few days of rest? Is there any harm to my health? How should I wear tighter underwear normally?
Doctor's answer:
Did you catch a cold recently? Did you feel pain in your testicles when you touched them? It's best to go to the hospital for an ultrasound to rule out testicular inflammation. If it is testicular inflammation, you must receive intravenous fluids, specifically amoxicillin-clavulanate potassium and metronidazole, avoid spicy foods, elevate the scrotum, and wear loose underwear. For patients with testicular conditions, timely treatment can reduce the risk of complications. If treatment is delayed, it may affect your overall health. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication and pay close attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods.