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Unit 5: Path - The Lower Urinary Tract and Male Reproductive System > Epididymitis > Flashcards

Epididymitis Flashcards

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What is epididymitis? Typical cause?

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Acute/chronic inflammation of the epididymis, usually caused by bacteria

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What are typical causative agents of bacterial epididymitis in young men? Older men?

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  • Young men - Gonorrheae or Chlamydia
  • Older men - E. coli
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What is the general cause of spermatic granulomas?

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An intense inflammatory response to sperm that have extravasated into the interstitium

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Multiple PMNs are observed within the epididymal ducts. What is the likely Dx?

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Bacterial Epididymitis

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Unit 5: Path - The Lower Urinary Tract and Male Reproductive System (24 decks)

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