Description

Gonococcal epididymitis is an inflammation of the epididymis caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria. It typically presents with pain and swelling in the scrotum and may be associated with urinary symptoms.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term may be confused with other types of epididymitis, such as viral or non-infectious causes. It is crucial to maintain a formal register when discussing this diagnosis, avoiding colloquial terms. Some may mistakenly use 'epididimitis gonocócica' in a casual context, which should be avoided.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with gonococcal epididymitis after presenting with severe scrotal pain.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con epididimitis gonocócica tras presentar un dolor escrotal severo.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with non-gonococcal epididymitis; mispronouncing 'gonocócica'; using informal language instead of clinical terminology.