swelling of the tube leading from the male testicle to the urethra.

an inflammatory and usually infectious condition of the epididymis which results in pain, tenderness, and swelling with the male scrotum; usually epididymitis is due to either a sexually transmitted disease (for example, gonorrhea, chlamydia) in younger men or to germs that cause urinary tract infections (E coli) in older men

pain and/or swelling of the epididymis. The application of heat, the use of a scrotal supporter, and the use of anti-inflammatory medication and sometimes antibiotics usually clear this uncommon condition within a week.

Infection of the epididymis, usually caused by untreated chlamydia or gonorrhea. Symptoms include pain in the scrotum, tenderness, swelling of the testicles, and fever.

inflammation of the scrotum

Inflammation of epididymus

Inflammation of the epididymis.

An inflamation of the epididymis.

Inflammation of the epididymitis, usually the result of a bacterial infection. Symptoms include testicular pain and swelling.

Epididymitis is a medical condition in which the epididymis becomes inflamed. This condition may be mildly to very painful. Antibiotics may be needed to control a component of infection.