Patient's question:
Medical Description: Doctor, I was diagnosed with orchitis last week when I went to the hospital. The doctor prescribed Cetirizine for it. Now I am about to finish the medication, and it seems difficult to buy it at pharmacies outside.Can the antihistamine Loratadine be used as a substitute for Cetirizine? If not, what other medications can be used as alternatives?
Thank you
Doctor's answer:
Hello, the causes of scrotal inflammation in males include: fungal infections, such as candidal balanitis, jock itch affecting the scrotum, which can all cause scrotal itching; lack of vitamin B; neurodermatitis and eczema in the scrotal area; dirty close-fitting clothing, and other reasons. Scrotal inflammation not only leads to a decline in the patient's sexual function but can also trigger conditions such as varicocele and prostatitis. Since everyone's condition of illness is different, and the etiology and pathology vary, the treatment methods are also different. If you suspect you have scrotal inflammation, it is recommended that you go to a regular hospital for examination and receive symptomatic treatment under the guidance of a doctor.