Epididymitis Relief: Causes of Swelling & Exercise Tips

Swollen testicles and epididymitis can significantly impact daily activity and fitness. Understanding the underlying causes of scrotal swelling is the first step toward safe exercise and recovery.

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Epididymitis & Exercise

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Jackie Carmichael

Epididymitis is swelling that occurs in the back of the testicle in the tube that carries sperm. Epididymitis most often causes pain, swelling and redness in one or both testicles. It is okay to exercise with epidymitis depending on what exercises you do.