Description

Gonococcal vulvitis is an inflammatory condition of the vulva caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is often associated with gonorrhea and can present with symptoms such as itching, redness, and discharge.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that they may hear variations such as 'vulvitis por gonococo' or 'vulvitis gonocócica aguda', but it is best to use the canonical term for clarity. This term is typically used in clinical settings, so maintaining a formal register is essential.

Example Sentences

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

ES: La paciente fue diagnosticada con vulvitis gonocócica después de presentar síntomas de irritación y flujo.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusion with vulvovaginitis; mixing up gonococcal with non-gonococcal infections; mispronouncing 'gonocócica' as 'gonocóxica'.