Patient's question:
What are the initial symptoms of epididymitis? What is epididymitis? What are the initial symptoms of epididymitis? Those who know, please share.Doctor's answer:
Epididymitis usually develops rapidly in the early stages, causing severe pain in the affected testicle and scrotum. Initially, the pain is confined to the scrotal area. As the condition progresses, the virus spreads downward to the lower abdomen and perineum, accompanied by symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, or fever. The area may also become red, swollen, and tender. During this period, the spermatic cord may also twist, blocking blood vessels within it and depriving the testicle of blood supply. If not treated promptly, the testicle may suffer ischemic necrosis, turning black and gradually shrinking until it loses function. I strongly recommend you seek professional medical attention at a hospital for diagnosis and treatment. Shanghai Changjiang Hospital for Infertility and Sterility is an authoritative institution with excellent treatment outcomes for this condition. You may consider visiting them.