What department should I treat for orchitis?

Orchitis usually requires a visit to urology or andrology. Orchitis may be related to bacterial infection, viral infection, trauma, retrograde spread of urinary tract infection and other factors. It is recommended that patients seek medical treatment in time and receive targeted treatment under the guidance of a doctor.

1. Urology

Urology is a common department that deals with diseases of the male reproductive system. Patients with orchitis who have symptoms such as redness, swelling, heat and pain in the scrotum, difficulty urinating, or fever can give priority to the urology department. The doctor may confirm the diagnosis through blood routine, urine routine, scrotal ultrasound and other examinations, and prescribe antibiotics such as levofloxacin tablets, cefixime dispersible tablets and other drugs according to the type of pathogen. If epididymitis or abscess formation occurs, further intervention may be required.

2. Andrology

Some hospitals have established andrology departments to specifically deal with male reproductive system diseases. When orchitis is accompanied by complications such as varicocele and sexual dysfunction, you can choose to see an andrology department. The doctor will evaluate the testicular blood flow status, sex hormone levels, etc., and use Maizhiling tablets to improve circulation or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as celecoxib capsules to relieve pain. For recurrent chronic orchitis, andrology may provide a more systematic reproductive health management plan.

Patients with orchitis need to avoid sitting for long periods of time, which may cause compression of the scrotum, and wear loose and breathable underwear to reduce friction. In the acute stage, cold compresses can be used to relieve swelling, and in the recovery stage, hot compresses can be used to promote the absorption of inflammation. The diet should be light, limit spicy food, and supplement with appropriate amounts of vitamin C to enhance immunity. If serious symptoms such as persistent high fever and scrotal skin ulceration occur, you must seek follow-up treatment immediately. During the treatment period, sexual life and strenuous exercise should be prohibited, and the full course of drug treatment should be completed as directed by the doctor to prevent it from turning into chronic inflammation.