Description

Typhoid pneumonia is a type of pneumonia caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi, which primarily affects the lungs. It is a serious condition that can lead to severe respiratory distress and requires prompt medical attention.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that they may hear variants such as 'fiebre entérica' or 'fiebre paratifoidea A/B/C', but it is important to use 'neumonía tifoidea' in formal contexts. Adhering to the 'por [agente]' phrasing for infectious diseases is crucial, as it maintains clarity in communication regarding the causative agent.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with typhoid pneumonia after presenting with severe respiratory symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con neumonía tifoidea por Salmonella typhi tras presentar síntomas respiratorios severos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing typhoid pneumonia with other types of pneumonia; mispronouncing 'Salmonella typhi'; using informal terms instead of the canonical term.