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May 2, 2024 · Orchitis is a painful, potentially dangerous infection of the male genitals. It can occur due to viral or non-viral causes. The first symptoms to arise are usually fever, headache, malaise (or a general ill-feeling), and swollen salivary glands (parotitis), followed by swollen, painful testicles that may occur unilaterally (one side) or ...
May 6, 2024 · Epididymo-orchitis is inflammation of your epididymis and testicle. The epididymis is a coiled tube inside your scrotum. It stores and carries sperm from your testicles to your penis. Epididymo-orchitis usually affects the epididymis and testicle on one side, but it may affect both sides.
- What Causes epididymo-orchitis?1. A urinary tract infection (UTI) or mumps virus infection that spreads to the epididymis 2. Trauma or injury of the testes 3. Urine that flows ba...
- What Are The Signs and Symptoms of epididymo-orchitis?1. Pain or tenderness in your scrotum, abdomen, or groin 2. Redness or swelling of your scrotum 3. Pain or burning during urination, or frequent ur...
- How Is Epididymo-Orchitis Diagnosed?Your healthcare provider may examine your penis, prostate, and scrotum. He may ask about your symptoms and any health conditions you have. You may...
- How Is Epididymo-Orchitis Treated?Treatment depends on the cause of your epididymo-orchitis and may include any of the following: 1. Antibiotics help treat a bacterial infection. 2....
- How Can I Manage epididymo-orchitis?1. Apply ice on your testicles for 15 to 20 minutes every hour or as directed. Use an ice pack, or put crushed ice in a plastic bag. Cover it with...
- When Should I Seek Immediate Care?1. You have severe pain in your testicles. 2. Your symptoms become worse even after you start treatment with medicine.
- When Should I Contact My Healthcare Provider?1. Your symptoms do not get better within 3 days of treatment or come back after treatment. 2. You have a hot, red, tender area on your testicles....
May 6, 2024 · Overview. Causes. Symptoms. Diagnosis. Treatment. What is orchitis? Orchitis is inflammation or infection of one or both of your testicles. What causes orchitis? The cause of orchitis may be unknown. It may be caused by any of the following: Infections caused by the mumps virus , or other bacteria. Trauma or injury of the testes.
May 6, 2024 · Balanoposthitis is a common disease process involving the glans penis and prepuce. It affects up to 12% to 20% of pediatric and adult males. This activity reviews the evaluation and management of balanoposthitis as well as strategies for the healthcare team to improve outcomes. Objectives: Identify the etiology and epidemiology of balanoposthitis.
- Oswald S. Perkins, Sara Cortes
- 2023/08/08
- University of Miami/ Jackson Memorial
May 17, 2024 · In geriatric people, the most common cause is interstitial fibrosis. In adolescent individuals, a few of the causes include trauma, orchitis, testicular infarction and primary testicular neoplasms like seminoma, leukemia and non-Hodgkin lymphoma 1. Radiographic features Ultrasound. multiple hypoechoic bands extend through mediastinum testis 1,2
May 7, 2024 · Treatment. References. A testicular lump is an abnormal mass that forms in the testicles. Testicular lumps can be painless or painful. Learn about the top 6 testicular lump causes. 6 most common cause (s) Testicular Torsion. Testicular Cancer. Orchitis. Groin Hernia. Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. HPV Infection. Testicular lump quiz.
May 8, 2024 · Patients often present with non-specific viral symptoms of fever, myalgias, and malaise. More specific features include facial swelling (parotitis) in 95% and/or testicular pain (orchitis). Serum IgM antibody testing can be used to confirm a case of mumps, if necessary.
