Patient's question:
These days, I've been feeling some pain in my testicles. I touched them with my hand and noticed some swelling. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said there are lumps inside the testicles. I would like to consult about this: if this symptom reappears, what treatment would be effective?Doctor's answer:
Testicular pain accompanied by a lump upon manual examination of the testicles. The size of the lump should be assessed, and if it is relatively large, it is essential to visit a hospital early for a testicular ultrasound. The most common causes of testicular lumps include orchitis, epididymitis, or epididymal cysts, as well as testicular tumors. If the lump is caused by orchitis, clinical diagnosis can be treated with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications, such as intravenous administration of cephalosporin antibiotics. During treatment, it is important to rest appropriately and avoid prolonged cycling or sitting to alleviate pain.