Description

Late syphilitic acoustic neuritis is a neurological condition that occurs as a complication of untreated syphilis, leading to inflammation of the auditory nerve. This condition can result in hearing loss and other auditory disturbances due to the damage inflicted on the nerve pathways.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may not be widely recognized outside of specialized medical contexts, and it is important to use the canonical term to avoid confusion. Common variants might include colloquial terms that refer to syphilis-related hearing issues, but these should be avoided in formal interpretations to maintain clarity and accuracy.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with late syphilitic acoustic neuritis after experiencing significant hearing loss.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con neuritis acústica sifilítica tardía tras experimentar una pérdida auditiva significativa.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusion with other types of neuritis; mispronunciation of 'neuritis' as 'neurosis'; mixing up syphilis with other sexually transmitted infections.