Description

Syphilitic leukoderma is a skin condition characterized by depigmented patches that occur in patients with syphilis. It is a manifestation of the disease that can affect various areas of the skin, leading to noticeable changes in pigmentation.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'leucoderma sifilítica' is a formal clinical term and should be used in medical contexts. Common variants that may arise include colloquial terms or misinterpretations related to other skin conditions. It is important to avoid confusion with terms like 'vitiligo' or 'leucodermia', which refer to different conditions.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with syphilitic leukoderma after presenting with depigmented skin lesions.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con leucoderma sifilítica tras presentar lesiones cutáneas despigmentadas.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusion with vitiligo; mixing up with other skin conditions; mispronunciation of 'leucoderma'.