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Disease Comparison

Compare similarities and differences between two diseases.

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Moderate
2
Symptoms
3
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
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Epididymitis

Moderate
3
Symptoms
1
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs

Overview

Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin condition that causes painful, recurrent lumps, nodules, and abscesses, usually in areas where skin rubs together such as the armpits, groin, buttocks, or under the breasts. Lesions may drain pus and heal with scars or tunnels under the skin. The condition often begins after puberty and may persist or recur over time.
Epididymitis
Epididymitis is inflammation of the epididymis, the tube that carries sperm from the testicle toward the vas deferens. It commonly causes pain and swelling in the scrotum and may also cause urinary symptoms or fever. Infection is the most common cause, although medicines and other conditions can occasionally contribute.

Symptoms

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None
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Fever Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Irregular Periods

Causes

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Genetics Obesity Smoking
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Infection

Diagnosis

Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Diagnosis is usually based on the medical history, the pattern and location of recurrent skin lesions, and physical examination. There is no single test that confirms hidradenitis suppurativa. A healthcare professional may examine nodules, abscesses, scars, and draining areas and may collect a sample of pus or affected tissue when another infection or diagnosis needs to be considered.
Epididymitis
Diagnosis is based on symptoms and physical examination, including assessment of the scrotum and testicles. Urine and blood tests may be used to identify infection, and testing for sexually transmitted infections may be appropriate. Ultrasound may be used when necessary, particularly to help distinguish epididymitis from other causes of acute scrotal pain.

Prevention

Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenitis suppurativa cannot always be prevented, but some measures may reduce irritation and flare-ups. Maintaining a healthy weight when appropriate, avoiding smoking, wearing loose-fitting clothing, reducing friction, and avoiding unnecessary skin injury may help. Keeping regular medical follow-up is important when lesions recur or complications such as scarring develop.
Epididymitis
Safer sexual practices, including appropriate condom use, can reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections that cause epididymitis. Prompt diagnosis and treatment of urinary or sexually transmitted infections can reduce complications. People with urinary tract abnormalities or recurrent infections should follow appropriate medical management and seek evaluation for persistent urinary or scrotal symptoms.

Risk Factors

Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenitis suppurativa is more common after puberty and occurs more often in women and people with a family history of the condition. Overweight or obesity and smoking are associated with increased risk and may also be linked with more severe disease. Friction, heat, and repeated skin injury may aggravate symptoms in some people.
Epididymitis
Risk increases with unprotected sexual activity and sexually transmitted infections, urinary tract infections, prostate or urinary tract abnormalities, recent urinary procedures, and regular use of a urinary catheter. Previous urinary tract surgery or structural problems may also increase risk.

Treatment

Hidradenitis Suppurativa
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Epididymitis
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