Orchitis Flashcards
1
Q
def
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inflammation of one or both testicles
2
Q
aetiology
A
commonly caused by bacterial infections or the mumps virus
bacterial orchitis commonly results from epididymitis (STIs such as Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae)
3
Q
history
A
pain and swelling in one or both testicles
fever, N+V
symptoms may develop suddenly
4
Q
examination
A
swelling and tenderness in one or both testicles
5
Q
risk factors
A
not being immunised against mumps
recurrent UTIs
unprotected sex +/ multiple sexual partners
6
Q
complications
A
testicular atrophy
scrotal abscess
infertility
7
Q
investigations
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1 urethral swab for STIs
2 urine test for identifying causative pathogen
8
Q
management
A
see Epididymitis
