Orchitis
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 6, 2025.
Orchitis is inflammation or infection of one or both of your testicles.
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DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Return to the emergency department if:
- You have severe pain in your testicles, even after you take pain medicine.
Contact your healthcare provider if:
- You have a hot, red, tender area on your testicles.
- Your symptoms do not get better within 3 days of treatment or come back after treatment.
- You have questions or concerns about your condition or care.
Medicines:
- Medicine can help decrease pain or swelling. You may also need medicine to treat a bacterial infection.
- NSAIDs , such as ibuprofen, help decrease swelling, pain, and fever. This medicine is available with or without a doctor's order. NSAIDs can cause stomach bleeding or kidney problems in certain people. If you take blood thinner medicine, always ask if NSAIDs are safe for you. Always read the medicine label and follow directions. Do not give these medicines to children younger than 6 months without direction from a healthcare provider.
- Take your medicine as directed. Contact your healthcare provider if you think your medicine is not helping or if you have side effects. Tell your provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Keep a list of the medicines, vitamins, and herbs you take. Include the amounts, and when and why you take them. Bring the list or the pill bottles to follow-up visits. Carry your medicine list with you in case of an emergency.
Self-care:
- 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 a towel. Ice helps prevent tissue damage and decreases swelling and pain.
- Rest in bed as directed. Lying down will help to keep your scrotum elevated.
- Scrotal support may be recommended. An athletic supporter provides scrotal support and may make you more comfortable when you stand. Ask your healthcare provider how to use an athletic supporter.
Follow up with your doctor as directed:
Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.
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