Prostatitis vs. Epididymitis — What's the Difference?

Prostatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland. Prostatitis is classified into acute, chronic, asymptomatic inflammatory prostatitis, and chronic pelvic pain syndrome.

Epididymitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the epididymis, a curved structure at the back of the testicle. Onset of pain is typically over a day or two.

Inflammation of the prostate gland.

(pathology) inflammation of the epididymis

(pathology) Inflammation of the prostate.

Inflammation of the epididymis, one of the common results of gonorrhea.

Inflammation of the prostate.

Painful inflammation of the epididymis

Inflammation of the prostate gland characterized by perineal pain and irregular urination and (if severe) chills and fever