Description

Enteritis due to Rotavirus is an inflammation of the intestine caused by the Rotavirus, commonly affecting infants and young children. It leads to severe diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration, necessitating prompt medical attention.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'enteritis por rotavirus' is the preferred clinical term in Spanish. Variants like 'gastroenteritis por rotavirus' may be heard but should be avoided in formal contexts. It's important to maintain a formal register when interpreting this medical term.

Example Sentences

EN: The child was diagnosed with enteritis due to Rotavirus after presenting with severe diarrhea.

ES: El niño fue diagnosticado con enteritis por rotavirus después de presentar una diarrea severa.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'enteritis' with 'gastroenteritis'; using 'debido a' instead of 'por'; mispronouncing 'rotavirus' in Spanish.