Patient's question:
After walking on the mountain road for ten miles or so, I experienced testicular swelling and pain, but after drinking more water, I felt much better. The next day, I went to a relative's house for a meal, and upon returning, the pain returned. I drank more water again, immediately lay down in bed to sleep, with a cushion underneath. By the third day, I felt much better again. I have a history of masturbation. What could be the reason for this?Doctor's answer:
Orchitis is an inflammatory condition of the testicles caused by various pathogenic factors. It is divided into two types: acute suppurative orchitis and mumps orchitis. The general prognosis is favorable, although it may lead to testicular atrophy and male infertility in a small number of cases.If orchitis affects only one side, the patient does not experience erectile dysfunction, and it does not hinder future fertility. If it affects both sides, further tests are needed to determine fertility by assessing sperm motility and quantity.
With thorough treatment, orchitis rarely recurs or becomes chronic. The key is to ensure an adequate course of treatment, primarily focused on antibiotics and pain relief. It is also important to elevate the groin (rest in bed) and follow a short-term dietary restriction.