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Have inflammation of epididymis probably doc said but pain mostly comes from the tubes to the epididymis. also may have varicocele. had symptoms long?

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Epididymitis: Not sure what your question is? Sounds like you've been examined and diagnosed. Epididymitis is usually treated with antibiotics and anti-inflammatories

Answered 3/14/2015

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