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Epididymitis 20190911_140935 (Pathophysiology (As a result of bacterial…
Epididymitis
Definition
Inflamation of the epididymis
Causes
STI's such as gonorrhea & chlamydia
Trauma
Tuberculosis
Prostate infections
Symptoms
Blood in semen
Pain in the lower abdomen
Swollen, Red or warm scrotum
Painful urination
Discharge from the penis
Fluid around the testes
Treatment
Pharmacology
Antibiotics such as
Cefriaxone
Doxycycline
Azithromycin
Doxycline
Surgical procedures
Epididymectomy
Diagnostic procedures
Physical examination
Urinalysis
Doppler ultrasonography
Pathophysiology
As a result of bacterial infections
Bacteria is introduced during sexual intercourse
And migrate through genitourinary tract
To the epididymis
Causing repetitive movements
Scrotum becomes swollen
And invites more viruses
Nursing intervention
Administer analgesics as prescribed
Provide ice packs to relieve swelling
Encourage sitz baths
Encourage immobility of the affected area
