Post Date April, 15 2023
1. "Diamond" behind the red swelling - epididymitis
The surrounding posterior margin of the testis is the epididymis, where sperm is temporarily stored after production. Epididymitis is common in people around the age of 30, mostly due to bacterial infection of the delayed urinary tract, causing bacteria to enter the epididymis through the vas deferens lumen. It often occurs with posterior urethritis, prostatitis, seminal vesiculitis, etc. The site can be unilateral or bilateral, and the onset time can be urgent or slow.
The entire scrotum is red, swollen, hot, and painful, sensitive to touch, and burning when urinating. Pain occurs when the scrotum is stationary, but symptoms decrease when lying on the back.
Prescribe some antibiotics to relieve acute pain. Then apply a cold compress to the testicle while raising it. You can use rolled up socks or medical gauze to place it underneath. If you can't put it on yourself, you can wear a fixed pair of briefs - which can also reduce the discomfort and swelling of the spermatic cord. In case of recurrence: Although men have a much lower risk of urinary tract infections than women, once it happens, the consequences can be serious. If you have a burning sensation when urinating, you must seek medical attention immediately.
2. Bacterial Erosion "Diamond" - Orchitis
It is mostly caused by the direct spread of epididymitis to the testis, caused by bacteria. Acute orchitis in children is usually caused by the mumps virus.
Similar to epididymitis, but testicular red fever is not so obvious and intense. "You can clearly see unilateral or bilateral testicular swelling, pressing pain, and marked redness and swelling of the scrotal skin. At the same time, it feels hot to the touch.".
Because severe orchitis can cause fertility loss, doctors also use antibiotics in addition to pain killers; Also, cold compress the testicles. If the doctor treats the acute stage improperly, bacterial orchitis can form an abscess or develop into chronic orchitis.
Children can be vaccinated against mumps.
