Description

Acute miliary lung tuberculosis is a disseminated form of tuberculosis characterized by numerous small lesions in the lungs, resembling millet seeds on imaging studies. It is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and can lead to severe respiratory distress if not treated promptly.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'tuberculosis miliar' may be used colloquially in some contexts, but it is important to stick to the formal term 'Tuberculosis pulmonar miliar aguda' in clinical settings. Be cautious of confusion with other forms of tuberculosis, such as pulmonary tuberculosis, which may be mentioned in discussions.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with acute miliary lung tuberculosis after presenting with respiratory symptoms and fever.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con tuberculosis pulmonar miliar aguda tras presentar síntomas respiratorios y fiebre.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with pulmonary tuberculosis; mispronouncing 'miliar' as 'militar'; mixing up with other forms of tuberculosis.