Description

Colitis due to Balantidium coli is an intestinal infection caused by the protozoan parasite Balantidium coli. It can lead to symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and dysentery, particularly in individuals with compromised immune systems or poor sanitation conditions.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be confused with other types of colitis, such as ulcerative colitis or infectious colitis from different pathogens. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms that may not be understood in a clinical context. Stick to the provided term to ensure clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Colitis due to Balantidium coli after presenting with severe gastrointestinal symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Colitis debido a Balantidium coli tras presentar síntomas gastrointestinales severos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Balantidium coli with other pathogens; mispronouncing 'Balantidium'; using informal language instead of clinical terms.