Epididymitis is the medical term for inflammation of the epididymis, the coiled tube located at the back of the testicle that stores and transports sperm. It is a common cause of scrotal pain and swelling. Acute epididymitis is often caused by infection, with sexually transmitted pathogens (like Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae) common in younger men, and urinary tract pathogens (like Escherichia coli) common in older men. Symptoms include gradual onset of unilateral scrotal pain, swelling, redness, and sometimes fever. Treatment involves antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medications, scrotal support, and rest. It must be distinguished from testicular torsion, which is a surgical emergency.

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