Patient's question:
Doctor, recently I've been feeling a lot of pain in my testicles. Every time I urinate, there's a stinging sensation, and sometimes I can't urinate at all. But at other times, I have to urinate more frequently at night. I think I might have an infection. What should I do? Should I go to the hospital for treatment?Doctor's answer:
Orchitis is a urological inflammation, primarily diagnosed as an inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infection of the testicles. In the acute phase, orchitis often presents with recurrent testicular pain, which is relieved during urination. Treatment for orchitis, if symptoms are mild, does not necessarily require hospitalization. Oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications, combined with bed rest, increased fluid intake, and frequent urination, can help recovery. If the inflammation is severe, it is recommended to undergo a detailed testicular ultrasound examination at a local hospital for symptomatic treatment.