Description

Gonococcal vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is a sexually transmitted infection that can lead to various complications if left untreated.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to gonococcal vaginitis using terms like 'infección por gonococo' or 'vaginitis por gonococo', which are colloquial variations. It is important to maintain a formal register and use the canonical term to ensure clarity in medical contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with gonococcal vaginitis after presenting with symptoms of vaginal discharge and irritation.

ES: La paciente fue diagnosticada con vaginitis gonocócica después de presentar síntomas de flujo vaginal e irritación.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing gonococcal vaginitis with bacterial vaginosis; mispronouncing 'gonocócica'; using informal terms instead of the canonical term.