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A rare case of mumps orchitis

Pavitra Chandrashekar1, Anisha Cynthia Sathiasekar1, K Namaratha2

  • 1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Rajas Dental College and Hospital, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, India.

Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences
|November 6, 2015
PubMed

Insights

Mumps, a common childhood illness, can rarely cause testicular inflammation (epididymo-orchitis) in adolescent males. This case highlights a rare complication, successfully treated with supportive care.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Virology

Background:

  • Mumps is a viral illness primarily affecting salivary glands, typically in children.
  • While meningitis and encephalitis are known mumps complications, testicular involvement is uncommon.
  • Epididymo-orchitis, inflammation of the testis and epididymis, is a rare manifestation in adolescent males.

Observation:

  • An 18-year-old male presented with symptoms of left-sided epididymo-orchitis.
  • Clinical examination and serological tests, including IgG and IgM titers, confirmed mumps infection.
  • The patient experienced inflammation and pain in the left testis.

Findings:

  • The case confirmed mumps-associated epididymo-orchitis in an adolescent male.
  • Diagnosis was supported by clinical presentation and serological evidence of mumps virus infection.
  • Symptoms indicated a rare but significant complication of mumps.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering mumps as a potential cause of epididymo-orchitis in adolescent males.
  • Early diagnosis and management are crucial for resolving symptoms and preventing potential long-term complications.
  • Further awareness among healthcare providers may improve recognition of this rare mumps complication.
Keywords:
Epididymo-orchitismumpsorchitis

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