Description

Acute gonococcal cervicitis is an inflammation of the cervix caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterium. It is characterized by symptoms such as vaginal discharge, pelvic pain, and bleeding between periods.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'cervicitis' may be used in various contexts, and it is important to maintain the clinical terminology. Colloquial terms may include 'infección cervical', which should be avoided in formal medical discussions to ensure clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with acute gonococcal cervicitis after presenting with pelvic pain and abnormal discharge.

ES: La paciente fue diagnosticada con cervicitis gonocócica aguda después de presentar dolor pélvico y un flujo anormal.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing cervicitis with other types of cervicitis; mispronouncing 'gonocócica'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.