Description

Gonorrhoea of the penis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It primarily affects the urethra in males, leading to symptoms such as painful urination and discharge.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients might refer to gonorrhoea using terms like 'gonorrea' or 'infección gonocócica', which are acceptable but less formal. It is important to maintain a clinical register and avoid colloquial language during interpretations.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with gonorrhoea of the penis after presenting with symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con gonorrea de pene después de presentar síntomas.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing gonorrhoea with chlamydia; mispronouncing 'gonorrea'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.