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Can with holding ejaculations cause epididmytis-orchitis?
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No: Charles, Epididymitis and Orchitis have two primary causes: urinary bacteria and sexually transmitted bacteria. If you think you might have either epididymitis or orchitis, see your doctor to get checked out. Hope this helps!
Answered 1/5/2019
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