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	Dr. Koop - Epididymitis- Health Encyclopedia and Reference
		Inflammation of this structure, usually as a result of bacterial or chlamydial infection that travels from the urinary tract to the sperm duct, is called epididymitis.
		Epididymitis is an infection of the epididymis, the comma-shaped lumps which "sit upon the twins."
		The diagnosis of acute epididymitis is established on the basis of history and physical findings.
	www.drkoop.com /encyclopedia/93/689.html (652 words)

	MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Epididymitis
		Epididymitis is an inflammation of the epididymis, the tubular structure that connects the testicle with the vas deferens.
		Epididymitis is usually caused by spread of infection from the urethra or the bladder.
		Epididymitis may begin with a low grade fever and chills and a heavy sensation in the testicle.
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/ency/article/001279.htm (890 words)

	CIGNA - Epididymitis
		Epididymitis is inflammation of the long, tightly coiled tube behind each testicle (epididymis) that carries sperm from the testicle to the spermatic duct.
		In addition, epididymitis may be associated with inflammation of the tube from which urine is carried from the bladder (urethritis), urinary tract infections, and/or inflammation of the prostate (prostatitis).
		Epididymitis may have a number of different causes, including bacterial infection (e.g., infection by the sexually transmitted bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae or Chlamydia trachomatis); as the result of Tuberculosis; or as a complication of prostate disorders, such as inflammation of the prostate (prostatitis).
	www.cigna.com /healthinfo/nord759.html (1056 words)

	Epididymitis: symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, cures, and support. (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Epididymitis is inflammation or infection of the epididymis.
		Epididymitis is a large problem in the military in some studies, with military men having a high level of hospitalization and treatment of epididymitis.
		It is also possible that epididymitis, regardless of age, is caused by the reflux of urine into the epididymitis, or the reflux of semen backwards into the epididymitis.
	www.epididymitisfoundation.org /definition.html (560 words)

	Discovery Health :: Diseases & Conditions :: chronic epididymitis
		Chronic epididymitis is a long-standing inflammation in the epididymis.
		Chronic epididymitis is an inflammation in the epididymis.
		Unlike acute epididymitis, chronic epididymitis is not caused by infection.
	www.health.discovery.com /encyclopedias/illnesses.html?article=2926 (238 words)

	eMedicine - Epididymitis : Article by Michael B Brooks
		Epididymitis most often is due to the retrograde extension of organisms from the vas deferens and is rarely the result of hematogenous spread.
		Chemical epididymitis is due to the reflux of sterile urine causing an inflammatory response.
		Epididymitis most often is due to the retrograde extension of bacterial organisms from the vas deferens.
	www.emedicine.com /emerg/topic166.htm (2642 words)

	Epididymitis - Health Encyclopedia
		Epididymitis is usually caused by spread of infection from the urethra or the bladder.
		Epididymitis usually resolves with appropriate antibiotic therapy, without any damage to prior sexual or reproductive abilities.
		Complications from epididymitis may be prevented by early diagnosis and adequate treatment (plus reporting if applicable) of the infectious diseases associated with it.
	www.nbc4.tv /encyclopedia/6861789/detail.html (1026 words)

	The Analyst - Internet Health Report: Condition: Epididymitis
		The vas deferens is the tube that is cut during a vasectomy to prevent sperm from mixing with the remainder of ejaculatory fluid.
		Epididymitis is an inflammation or infection of the epididymis.
		Chronic epididymitis is uncommon and is generally seen as an irreversible end stage of a severe acute attack which has not been treated or has not responded, and has been followed by frequent mild attacks.
	www.digitalnaturopath.com /cond/C663225.html (924 words)

	UrologyHealth.org - Epididymitis and Orchitis (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Epididymitis is inflammation of the epididymis—the coiled tube that collects sperm from the testicle and passes it on to the vas deferens.
		In acute epididymitis the urine is usually infected, whereas in chronic epididymitis it is usually not.
		Tuberculous epididymitis is treated with anti-tuberculous medications, although many cases surgical removal of the testicle (orchiectomy, which includes removal of the epididymis) is required because the damage is so severe.
	www.urologyhealth.org /print/index.cfm?topic=490 (2839 words)

	Chlamydial epididymitis.
		In one series, chlamydial epididymitis was milder but persisted longer than epididymitis of other causes and it was not always preceded by symptoms of urethritis or by a raised semen white blood cell count [Ostaszewska et al., 2000].
		Epididymitis is important because fertility may be impaired as a result of inflammation and obstruction of the small diameter sperm collecting tubes and vasa, particularly where both testes are affected [Oriel and Ridgway, 1983].
		Chronic epididymitis is defined as involving symptoms of discomfort or pain of at least 3 months duration in the scrotum, testicle or epididymis localized to one or each epididymis on clinical examination.
	www.chlamydiae.com /restricted/docs/infections/gentrac_men_epididy.asp (1096 words)

	Epididymitis Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine - Find Articles (Site not responding. Last check: )
		In adults, epididymitis is the most common cause of pain in the scrotum, and in adolescents, the second most common cause.
		Nonsexually transmitted epididymitis is associated with urinary tract infections and is more common in men who have undergone surgery for urinary tract problems or who have anatomical abnormalities.
		Epididymitis can also be caused by injury or infection of the scrotum or by irritation from urine that has accumulated in the vas deferens (the duct through which sperm travels after leaving the epididymis).
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_g2603/is_0003/ai_2603000344 (780 words)

	Epididymitis
		Epididymitis can occur any time after the onset of puberty but is most common between the ages of 18 and 40.
		Although epididymitis can be caused by the same organisms that cause some sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or occur after prostate surgery, the condition is generally due to pus-generating bacteria associated with infections in other parts of the body.
		Epididymitis is characterized by sudden redness and swelling of the scrotum.
	www.webspawner.com /users/mdenitto (619 words)

	Epididymitis
		Epididymitis is a medical condition where the epididymis becomes inflamed.
		Some cases of epididymitis are characterised by inflammation even when there is no infection.
		These include: chronic epididymitis, abscess, permanent damage or even destruction of the epididymis and testicle, and infection may spread to any other organ or system of the body.
	www.xasa.com /wiki/en/wikipedia/e/ep/epididymitis.html (380 words)

	Epididymitis \| DoctorNDTV: Health Information on Epididymitis
		Epididymitis is an inflammation of the epididymis (the structure that is the first part of the duct draining the testis).
		Epididymitis is caused by bacterial organisms associated with urinary tract infections, sexually-transmitted diseases (such as chlamydia and gonorrhoea), prostatitis (infection of the prostate), or prostatectomy (removal of the prostate).
		Complications from epididymitis may be prevented by early diagnosis and adequate treatment of the infection.
	www.doctorndtv.com /topicsh/Epididymitis.asp (453 words)

	Digital Urology Journal: Epididymitis
		Epididymitis which lasts more than six weeks is considered chronic epididymtitis.
		Most cases of epididymitis are not severely disabling; usually the pain and swelling is not severe.
		Chronic epididymitis is more of a problem (though less severe) because it's symptoms seem to persist even after the initial treatment.
	www.duj.com /epididymitis.html (394 words)

	Epididymitis - Better Health Channel.
		Epididymitis is usually a secondary bacterial infection that is triggered by a range of conditions, such as urinary tract infections or sexually transmitted diseases.
		Tests are needed to distinguish chronic epididymitis from a range of other disorders that can cause constant scrotal pain such as testicular cancer, enlarged scrotal veins (varicocele) or a cyst within the epididymis.
		Epididymitis is infection and subsequent inflammation of the epididymis.
	www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au /bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Epididymitis?OpenDocument (723 words)

	testicle, torsion, epididymitis, cremasteric reflex
		The purpose of this study was to compare historical features and physical examination findings among epididymitis, testicular torsion, and torsion of the appendix testis and to determine the reliability of color Doppler ultrasound in diagnosing testicular torsion.
		Ninety patients were included in the study (64 with epididymitis, 13 with testicular torsion, 13 with torsion of appendix testis).
		Epididymitis usually presents in adolescence, but any age can be affected.
	rad.usuhs.mil /ms2radpath/testicle.htm (696 words)

	Epididymitis - Quest Diagnostics Patient Health Library (Site not responding. Last check: )
		In young, sexually active men it is often associated with sexually transmitted disease and in older men with enlargement of the prostate gland.
		Epididymitis is diagnosed using physical examination and a medical history.
		A culture of discharge from the penis is done to check for a bacterial infection, such as a sexually transmitted disease, and a urinalysis and urine culture are done to check for a urinary tract infection.
	www.questdiagnostics.com /kbase/topic/special/tv7769spec/sec1.htm (335 words)

	Epididymitis and Epididymo-orchitis: Penile and Testicular Disorders: Merck Manual Home Edition
		Epididymitis and epididymo-orchitis are usually caused by a bacterial infection.
		Symptoms of epididymitis and epididymo-orchitis include swelling and tenderness of the infected area, pain that may become constant and severe, fluid around the testes (hydrocele), and sometimes a fever.
		Epididymitis and epididymo-orchitis are usually treated with antibiotics taken by mouth, bed rest, pain relievers, and ice packs applied to the scrotum.
	www.merck.com /mmhe/sec21/ch238/ch238k.html (182 words)

	Epididymitis-STD Treatment Guidelines 2006
		Acute epididymitis is a clinical syndrome consisting of pain, swelling, and inflammation of the epididymis of <6 weeks.
		Chronic epididymitis is characterized by a 3-month or longer history of symptoms of discomfort and/or pain in the scrotum, testicle, or epididymis that is localized on clinical examination.
		Men who have acute epididymitis typically have unilateral testicular pain and tenderness; hydrocele and palpable swelling of the epididymis usually are present.
	www.cdc.gov /std/treatment/2006/epididymitis.htm (877 words)

	eMedicine - Epididymitis : Article by Badrinath R Konety, MD
		Pathophysiology: Acute epididymitis is thought to be caused by a retrograde passage of infected urine from the prostatic urethra to the epididymis via the ejaculatory ducts and vas deferens.
		Acute epididymitis is bilateral in 5-10% of the patients.
		Amiodarone epididymitis is secondary to drug concentration, usually in the head of the epididymis, and can occur in as many as 3-11% of patients on the drug.
	www.emedicine.com /med/topic704.htm (3138 words)

	UrologyHealth.org - Adult Conditions - Inflammation and Infection - Epididymitis and Orchitis (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Bacterial epididymitis rarely occurs when a bacterial infection spreads from the bloodstream into the epididymis, although this is the typical way that tuberculosis infection can involve the epididymis.
		Chemical epididymitis occurs when sterile urine flows backward from the urethra to the epididymis, which most commonly occurs with heavy lifting or straining.
		In most cases of acute orchitis, the testicle is inflamed due to the spread of a bacterial infection from the epididymis, and therefore "epididymo-orchitits" is the correct term.
	www.urologyhealth.org /adult/index.cfm?cat=07&topic=490 (3119 words)

	Epididymitis - Causes, symptoms and treatment
		Epididymitis refers to inflammation of the epididymis, which is a tube system, lying on top of the testicle.
		The most common causes of this condition are infection by Chlamydia or Gonorrhoea and it represents a complication of infection from the urethra (and you might consider it the male equivalent to pelvic inflammatory disease).
		Epididymitis cannot be passed but the organism that might have caused it can so your partner should be screened for Chlamydia or Gonorrhoea.
	www.drthom.com /info/s_epid.htm (430 words)

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