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It is an inflammation of the epididymis, the tube that connects the testicles to the various vessels that carry sperm.
The most common cause is an infection. Other causes include trauma, autoimmune diseases and urogenital malformations.
Symptoms include severe testicular pain, fever, swelling or inflammation of the testes and burning when urinating.
Diagnosis is made by clinical interview and physical examination. The infection is confirmed by analysis and culture of urine and semen. It is important to rule out other diagnoses that could lead to a urological emergency (testicular torsion, etc.).
Treatment is with antibiotics that target the bacteria causing the infection.
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Dr. Maria Trabazo
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