A swollen scrotum is the enlargement of the pouch containing the testicles, often caused by factors like infection, trauma, or fluid accumulation.
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Why does my scrotal swelling still persist after treatment?
Query: Hello doctor,Approximately nine months ago, I received a diagnosis of epididymo-orchitis and a small varicocele on the left side of my scrotum. My doctor prescribed various antibiotics, successfully treating the epididymo-orchitis, as confirmed by a urinary tract infection test. Despite diligent tre... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I can understand your concerns. The swelling of epididymo-orchitis does take a long time to resolve in everyone, even after the pain has subsided. You will need to undergo a color Doppler of the scrotum (a kind of ultrasound of t... Read Full »