Description

Bartonellosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria of the genus Bartonella. It can manifest in various forms, including fever, fatigue, and lymphadenopathy, depending on the specific species involved.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'Bartonelosis' may sometimes be confused with other similar-sounding diseases. It is important to maintain a clinical register and avoid colloquial terms. Stick to the glossary term in formal contexts to ensure clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Bartonellosis after presenting with symptoms of fever and swollen lymph nodes.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con bartonelosis después de presentar síntomas de fiebre y ganglios linfáticos inflamados.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Bartonellosis with other infections; mispronouncing 'Bartonella' as 'Bartolomeo'; using informal language instead of clinical terminology.