Patient's question:
A few days ago, I accidentally felt a peanut-sized lump under my right testicle. It hurts when pressed. Today, I went to the hospital for a thorough examination and received an anti-inflammatory injection, which I need to take for three days. However, it hasn't been effective yet. I will go back to the hospital for a follow-up check on next Wednesday. The epididymis has shrunk. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
The causes of epididymal atrophy are mainly due to acute urogenital system inflammation, which leads to epididymitis and subsequently causes swelling and pain in the epididymis. In clinical diagnosis, if there is no improvement after three days of anesthesia and anti-inflammatory medication, it may be necessary to focus on administering anesthesia and antibiotics for further treatment. If possible, you can also have a blood bacterial culture test done at a local hospital to identify sensitive bacteria and determine an effective antibiotic for treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to protect the testicles to prevent overheating, which can exacerbate inflammation.