What Are the Symptoms of Epididymitis? Symptoms of epididymitis start gradually and often peak within 24 hours. Pain usually begins in the scrotum or groin.

Does epididymitis come on suddenly?

There are two types of epididymitis. Acute epididymitis comes on suddenly, and pain and inflammation develop quickly. This kind of epididymitis lasts less than 6 weeks . Chronic epididymitis develops slowly and has a duller pain.

How long can you have epididymitis without knowing?

Epididymitis that lasts longer than six weeks or that recurs is considered chronic. Symptoms of chronic epididymitis might come on gradually. Sometimes the cause of chronic epididymitis isn't identified.