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What is a common reason for granulomatous formation in the testes and epididymis?

a. Tuberculosis
b. Syphilis
c. Gonorrhea
d. Chlamydia

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a) Tuberculosis is a common cause of granulomatous formation in the testes and epididymis due to the body's immune response to the bacteria. This condition can be diagnosed through various methods, including biopsies, which are also critical for identifying testicular and prostate cancers.

Step-by-step explanation:

A common reason for granulomatous formation in the testes and epididymis is tuberculosis (a). While other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like syphilis, gonorrhoea, and chlamydia can affect the reproductive structures, tuberculosis is well-known for causing granulomas, which are small areas of inflammation due to the body's immune response to certain pathogens or foreign substances. In the case of tuberculosis, the granulomas can occur in various organs, including the testes and epididymis.

Concerning the other topics covered by the questions:

  • Spermatogenesis, the production of sperm, takes place in the seminiferous tubules (c).
  • The genetic disease characterized by a lack of antibody production is agammaglobulinemia (A).
  • A biopsy is especially important in cases of suspected testicular cancer or prostate cancer (D).
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