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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Epididymitis
			\| image = [[File:Acute_epididymitis,_low_mag.jpg\|left\|thumb\|Micrograph of acute epididymitis.]]
			\| caption = Micrograph of acute epididymitis
			\| field = [[Urology]]
			\| symptoms = [[Scrotal pain]], [[swelling]], [[fever]], [[dysuria]]
			\| complications = [[Chronic epididymitis]], [[abscess]], [[infertility]]
			\| onset = Sudden
			\| duration = Days to weeks
			\| causes = [[Bacterial infection]], [[sexually transmitted infections]]
			\| risks = [[Unprotected sex]], [[urinary tract infections]], [[prostate surgery]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[urinalysis]], [[ultrasound]]
			\| differential = [[Testicular torsion]], [[orchitis]], [[inguinal hernia]]
			\| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[pain management]], [[rest]]
			\| medication = [[Doxycycline]], [[Ciprofloxacin]], [[Ibuprofen]]
			\| frequency = Common in men aged 19-35
			}}
	'''Epididymitis''' is an inflammation of the [[epididymis]], a tube located at the back of the [[testicles]]. This condition is often caused by an infection, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and urinary tract infections (UTIs).		'''Epididymitis''' is an inflammation of the [[epididymis]], a tube located at the back of the [[testicles]]. This condition is often caused by an infection, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and urinary tract infections (UTIs).

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==

	The most common causes of epididymitis are [[bacterial infection]]s. These can include [[sexually transmitted infections]] such as [[gonorrhea]] or [[chlamydia]]. In other cases, [[urinary tract infections]] or [[prostate infections]] can lead to epididymitis.		The most common causes of epididymitis are [[bacterial infection]]s. These can include [[sexually transmitted infections]] such as [[gonorrhea]] or [[chlamydia]]. In other cases, [[urinary tract infections]] or [[prostate infections]] can lead to epididymitis.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==

	Symptoms of epididymitis can include:		Symptoms of epididymitis can include:
	* Pain and swelling in the [[testicle]]		* Pain and swelling in the [[testicle]]
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	* Discharge from the penis		* Discharge from the penis
	* Fever		* Fever

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==

	[[Medical professionals]] diagnose epididymitis based on symptoms, a physical examination, and medical history. They may also use tests such as [[ultrasound]], [[urine tests]], and [[STI tests]].		[[Medical professionals]] diagnose epididymitis based on symptoms, a physical examination, and medical history. They may also use tests such as [[ultrasound]], [[urine tests]], and [[STI tests]].

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==

	Treatment for epididymitis usually involves [[antibiotics]] to fight the underlying infection. [[Pain medication]] and rest are also recommended. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.		Treatment for epididymitis usually involves [[antibiotics]] to fight the underlying infection. [[Pain medication]] and rest are also recommended. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.

	== Prevention ==		== Prevention ==

	Prevention strategies for epididymitis primarily involve safe sex practices, such as using [[condoms]]. Regular testing for STIs can also help prevent epididymitis.		Prevention strategies for epididymitis primarily involve safe sex practices, such as using [[condoms]]. Regular testing for STIs can also help prevent epididymitis.
			==Gallery==
			<gallery>
			File:Epididymis-KDS.jpg\|Epididymis diagram
			File:Ultrasonography_of_epididymitis.jpg\|Ultrasonography of epididymitis
			File:Suppurative_epidydimo_orchitis_histopathology.jpg\|Suppurative epididymo-orchitis histopathology
			File:Epididymal_calcifications_and_cyst.jpg\|Epididymal calcifications and cyst
			</gallery>
	== See Also ==		== See Also ==
	* [[Testicular torsion]]		* [[Testicular torsion]]
	* [[Orchitis]]		* [[Orchitis]]
	* [[Prostatitis]]		* [[Prostatitis]]

	[[Category:Men's health]]		[[Category:Men's health]]
	[[Category:Urology]]		[[Category:Urology]]
	[[Category:Inflammations]]		[[Category:Inflammations]]
	[[Category:Sexually transmitted diseases and infections]]		[[Category:Sexually transmitted diseases and infections]]

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	~~<gallery>~~
	~~File:Acute_epididymitis,_low_mag.jpg\|Acute epididymitis, low magnification~~
	~~File:Epididymis-KDS.jpg\|Epididymis diagram~~
	~~File:Ultrasonography_of_epididymitis.jpg\|Ultrasonography of epididymitis~~
	~~File:Suppurative_epidydimo_orchitis_histopathology.jpg\|Suppurative epididymo-orchitis histopathology~~
	~~File:Epididymal_calcifications_and_cyst.jpg\|Epididymal calcifications and cyst~~
	~~</gallery>~~

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			<gallery>
			File:Acute_epididymitis,_low_mag.jpg\|Acute epididymitis, low magnification
			File:Epididymis-KDS.jpg\|Epididymis diagram
			File:Ultrasonography_of_epididymitis.jpg\|Ultrasonography of epididymitis
			File:Suppurative_epidydimo_orchitis_histopathology.jpg\|Suppurative epididymo-orchitis histopathology
			File:Epididymal_calcifications_and_cyst.jpg\|Epididymal calcifications and cyst
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'''Epididymitis''' is an inflammation of the [[epididymis]], a tube located at the back of the [[testicles]]. This condition is often caused by an infection, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and urinary tract infections (UTIs).

== Causes ==

The most common causes of epididymitis are [[bacterial infection]]s. These can include [[sexually transmitted infections]] such as [[gonorrhea]] or [[chlamydia]]. In other cases, [[urinary tract infections]] or [[prostate infections]] can lead to epididymitis.

== Symptoms ==

Symptoms of epididymitis can include:
* Pain and swelling in the [[testicle]]
* Redness and warmth in the scrotum
* Painful urination or an urgent need to urinate
* Discharge from the penis
* Fever

== Diagnosis ==

[[Medical professionals]] diagnose epididymitis based on symptoms, a physical examination, and medical history. They may also use tests such as [[ultrasound]], [[urine tests]], and [[STI tests]].

== Treatment ==

Treatment for epididymitis usually involves [[antibiotics]] to fight the underlying infection. [[Pain medication]] and rest are also recommended. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.

== Prevention ==

Prevention strategies for epididymitis primarily involve safe sex practices, such as using [[condoms]]. Regular testing for STIs can also help prevent epididymitis.

== See Also ==
* [[Testicular torsion]]
* [[Orchitis]]
* [[Prostatitis]]

[[Category:Men's health]]
[[Category:Urology]]
[[Category:Inflammations]]
[[Category:Sexually transmitted diseases and infections]]

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