Description

Gonococcal infection of other sites refers to infections caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae that occur outside the genitourinary tract. These infections can affect various anatomical sites, including the throat and rectum, and may present with different symptoms depending on the location.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in contexts discussing sexually transmitted infections. Common variants they might hear include 'infección gonocócica faríngea' or 'infección gonocócica rectal', which are more specific. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with a gonococcal infection of other sites after presenting with throat discomfort.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con una infección gonocócica de otros sitios tras presentar molestias en la garganta.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with other STIs; mispronouncing 'gonocócica'; mixing up with 'gonorrea' which is a more general term.