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epididymitis

/ɛpɪˌdɪdɪˈmaɪtɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does epididymitis mean?

noun

Inflammation of the epididymis, a tube at the back of the testicle that stores and carries sperm. This condition can cause pain, swelling, and fever.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed the patient with epididymitis and prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection."

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