Patient's question:
Doctor, I am 18 years old. I had mumps which led to acute orchitis on the right side. The right testicle is significantly swollen and there is a lump when touched, which causes pain. There is also pain at the urethral opening during urination and weak urination. Additionally, there is pain in the epididymis, and the testicles feel hot and painful when sleeping. Doctor, what should I do? How should I be treated? I mainly want to know what medicine works quickly. I also want to ask how long it will take before I can have sexual intercourse again?Doctor's answer:
Testes, epididymis, and other perinatal infections that are not treated in a timely manner can easily affect a man's sexual function and fertility. It is recommended to visit a specialized urological hospital for follow-up treatment and cooperate with experts under guidance to undergo thorough examinations such as ultrasounds to clarify the condition. If necessary, further examinations should be conducted to check for other perinatal infections such as prostatitis. After a definitive diagnosis is made, targeted treatment should be administered. During this period, it is advised to avoid sexual activity and wish you a speedy recovery. Epididymitis can be relieved, but the treatment process is generally slow, and relapse is common after recovery. Therefore, medications should be used symptomatically during treatment.