Description

Gastroenteritis due to Calicivirus is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines caused by the Calicivirus, leading to symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. This viral infection is often associated with outbreaks in communal settings and is highly contagious.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'gastroenteritis' is commonly used in both English and Spanish, but the infectious agent should be referred to as 'por Calicivirus' in Spanish. Avoid using colloquial terms or variations that may confuse the clinical context, and stick to the glossary term for accuracy.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Gastroenteritis due to Calicivirus after experiencing severe diarrhea and vomiting.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Gastroenteritis debido al calicivirus tras experimentar diarrea y vómitos severos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Calicivirus with other viral agents; mispronouncing 'calicivirus'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.