Description

Secondary syphilitic proctocolitis is an inflammation of the rectum and colon caused by secondary syphilis infection. It can present with symptoms such as rectal pain, bleeding, and diarrhea.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'proctocolitis sifilítica' may be used in clinical settings, and it's important to maintain a formal register. Be cautious of colloquial terms that may refer to similar conditions but are not clinically accurate, and always stick to the glossary term in formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with secondary syphilitic proctocolitis after presenting with rectal bleeding.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con proctocolitis sifilítica tras presentar sangrado rectal.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'proctitis' or 'colitis'; mispronouncing 'sifilítica'; using informal language instead of clinical terminology.