What symptoms do men generally experience when they have orchitis?

Jun 20, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My husband has been experiencing testicular pain and swelling for the past couple of days. After a hospital examination, the doctor said it was caused by orchitis. What are the common symptoms of orchitis in men?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Luo Yong
Men with orchitis typically experience the following symptoms: 1. Pain and swelling: There is noticeable pain and swelling in the testicular area, and sometimes the pain may radiate to the groin, scrotum, and upper thigh. 2. Redness and warmth: The skin over the affected area may become red and feel warm to the touch, accompanied by tenderness; systemic fever may also occur. 3. Urethral symptoms: Some patients may have urethral irritation symptoms, such as urethral pain, frequent urination, and urgency. 4. Systemic symptoms: In addition to local manifestations, systemic toxic reactions such as nausea, vomiting, high fever, and chills may also appear. 5. Parotid swelling: In patients with viral orchitis, swelling and pain of the parotid glands may also be observed.