My husband was hospitalized in Sept for severe epididimytis orchitis, 2 days ago his scrotum started to swell and has turned slightly purplish in color and has a pretty strong odor. He visited his urologist Monday and is on Ceftin twice daily, the swelling is a little worse, no pain though just tender, but the odor and color change are worrying us. The Dr. Said to come back if anything changes. We have an appt tomorrow but the problem is his Dr. Is not very detailed with information regarding this matter, he only told my husband to take the meds and come back if anything changed...
Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor forum.  It appears that it is the recurrence of the epidedemo orchids. The other causes may be the inguinal hernia, torsion of the testis etc. If the color changes to the brown or dark red he should immediately see his doctor to prevent the necrosis.  For confirmation, he may need to have MRI of the scrotum which is to be taken immediately when the color changes.  Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.