Question

John presents to the clinic with complaints of scrotal heaviness. your assessment reveals swelling of the testicle and warm scrotal skin. what would your diagnosis be

Answer 1

Epididymitis

Step-by-step explanation:

It is an inflammation of the tubular structure called the epididymis, which is located at the back of the testicle, and which stores and transports sperm.

The symptoms of epididymitis are as follows:

• Swollen, red or hot scrotum
• Testicular pain and tenderness.
• Painful urination or urgent or frequent need to urinate.
• Discharge from the penis.
• Pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen or in the pelvic area.
• Blood in the semen.
• Less frequently, fever.

Answer 2

Out of the following given choices;

Cryptorchidism

Orchitis

Testicular torsion

Epididymitis

The answer is Epididymitis. The most common cause of epididymitis is bacterial infection of the epididymis. Pain is less severe and more gradual than with testicular torsion and epididymitis also shares most symptoms with orchitis. Other symptoms may include fever and chills, frequent or painful urination, or a discharge from the penis.