What Is Epididymitis?
The male reproductive system is made up of several parts, one of which is the epididymis. The epididymis is a coiled tube that sits at the back of each testis, both of which are responsible for converting male hormones into sperm. When sperm begins to grow in the testes, they slowly gain movement and maturity as they travel through the epididymis.
Under normal circumstances, sperm will travel through the epididymis and to the vas deferens (the last stop before it reaches the ejaculatory duct), all the while gaining maturity. However, sometimes the tube may swell and cause discomfort or even pain. When this happens, the male may be experiencing “epididymitis.”
