Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs EpididymitisUpdated: 2017-06-13OverviewEpididymitis is inflammation of the coiled tube at the back of the testicle that stores and carries sperm. It's often caused by a bacterial or sexually transmitted infection.SymptomsPain and swelling are common symptoms.TreatmentsTreatment usually is antibiotics. Sometimes pus may need to be drained or part or all of the coiled tube may be surgically removed. © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use