Description

Secondary syphilis of skin or mucous membranes refers to the stage of syphilis where the infection manifests through skin rashes or lesions on mucous membranes. This stage typically occurs weeks to months after the initial infection and is characterized by systemic symptoms as well.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to this condition using less formal terms or may describe symptoms rather than using the clinical term. It is important to maintain a formal register and to clarify that 'sífilis secundaria' specifically refers to the secondary stage of syphilis, avoiding confusion with other stages or conditions.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Secondary syphilis of skin or mucous membranes after presenting with characteristic rashes.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con sífilis secundaria de la piel o membranas mucosas después de presentar erupciones características.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing secondary syphilis with primary syphilis; mispronouncing 'sífilis' as 'sifilis'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.