Patient's question:
I've been married for three years without having children. I went to the hospital for a check-up, and the doctor said it was due to inflamed vas deferens. Does inflamed vas deferens cause male infertility?Doctor's answer:
Clinical symptoms of orchitis are characterized by recurrent significant heaviness, distension, and pain in the affected testicle, which can radiate to the same side of the thigh, perineum, and lower abdomen. Examination may reveal thickening, hardness, and pronounced tenderness of the vas deferens, along with adhesion to surrounding tissues. If accompanied by epididymitis, the epididymis may be swollen and palpable. Infertility can be stabilized, but the treatment period is generally long, and relapse is common after treatment. Therefore, active cooperation with the doctor, appropriate medication, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with balanced diet are essential during the treatment.