Patient's question:
These past few days, my testicles have been swollen and painful, and today they are also feverish. Due to the busy care work, I don't have time to go to the hospital. It is said that drinking more water can help the orchitis heal on its own. I don't know if it's true, and I'm afraid that not going to the hospital will delay the condition. So I'm seeking help. Is it true that orchitis can heal on its own with more water?Doctor's answer:
Orchitis is a disease affecting the urinary and reproductive system. For conditions in this system, drinking more water can be very helpful, but it's unlikely that recovery can be achieved solely through drinking water unless it's an extremely mild case of orchitis. Your testicular pain is significant, and you have a fever, indicating systemic symptoms. This at least suggests that the inflammation is relatively severe, and relying solely on drinking water should not lead to complete recovery. It is recommended to visit the urology department of a hospital for a complete blood count and a detailed testicular ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis. Afterward, timely antibiotic treatment should be administered.