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Epididymitis
Definition
An inflammation of the epididymitis
Signs and symptoms
Chills
Nausea
Headache
Vomiting
Fever
A swollen scrotum
Pain in the lower abdomen
Discharge from the penis
Painful urination
Causes
Trauma
Bacterial infections
Tuberulosis
STIs such as gonorrhoea and chlamydia
Pathophysiology
Bacteria migrate through the genitourinary tract
To urinary tract
Bacteria are introduces during sexual intercourse
In cases of UTIs
In the case of STDs
Stagnation of urine causes infection of epididymitis
Occurs due to bacterial infection
Painful swelling of the scrotum
Nursing care plan
Give analgesics
Give antibiotics
Scrotal support
Bed rest
Drainage if abcess forms
Diagnostic procedures
Urine and blood test
Ultrasound
STI screening
Complications
Abcess
Fertility problems
