Presentation
History of dysuria and enlargement of his left scrotum for about 2 months now. Local examination: bulging and tenderness of the left scrotum.
Patient Data
Age: 50 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Epididymitis with abscess formation
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The left epididymis appears thickened and hyperemic, with an adjacent hypoechoic area containing septations and internal echoes (abscess)
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The left epididymis appears thickened and hyperemic, with an adjacent hypoechoic area containing septations and internal echoes (abscess)
Case Discussion
Differential diagnosis of testicular pain:
- epididymitis
- epididymo-orchitis
- orchitis
- funiculitis
- testicular torsion
- strangulated inguino-testicular hernia