Patient's question:
My husband's workplace organized a thorough check-up, and this year they also checked for prostate issues. The results of my husband's check-up showed some balanitis, and the doctor also mentioned that his testicles are abnormal? What does testicular abnormality include? Then he said that it could potentially affect fertility if it's serious. I'm not sure how to respond to this.Doctor's answer:
Abnormal testicular diseases are commonly characterized by orchitis, which can be caused by various factors and can be classified into viral, spirochetal, non-specific, and specific types. The specific type is often caused by epididymal tuberculosis affecting the testes. Abnormal testicular diseases are among the most common conditions leading to male infertility, with the following being the most prevalent symptoms:1. Acute non-specific inflammation. This is relatively rare because the testes have a rich blood supply and strong resistance to infection.
2. Chronic non-specific inflammation. This condition can lead to a loss of sensitivity in the testes, and individuals with bilateral chronic inflammation are often at risk of infertility.
3. Acute mumps orchitis. Mumps orchitis can lead to secondary inflammation of the testes.