Description

Sigmoiditis is an inflammation of the sigmoid colon, which is the part of the large intestine closest to the rectum. It can result from various causes, including infections, inflammatory bowel disease, or diverticular disease.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'sigmoiditis' may sometimes be confused with similar terms like 'colitis' or 'diverticulitis.' It is important to maintain a formal register when discussing this diagnosis and to avoid colloquial terms that may arise in patient conversations.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with sigmoiditis after presenting with abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con sigmoiditis después de presentar dolor abdominal y cambios en los hábitos intestinales.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing sigmoiditis with colitis; mispronouncing 'sigmoiditis'; using informal language when discussing the diagnosis.