Description

Gonococcal bursitis, forearm is an inflammatory condition of the bursa in the forearm caused by the gonococcus bacterium, Neisseria gonorrhoeae. This condition can lead to pain, swelling, and limited movement in the affected area.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients might refer to this condition using less formal or regional terms, which should be avoided in clinical settings. It is important to maintain a formal register and ensure clarity when discussing the diagnosis to prevent misunderstandings.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with gonococcal bursitis, forearm after presenting symptoms of pain and swelling.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con bursitis gonocócica, antebrazo después de presentar síntomas de dolor e inflamación.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'gonococcal' with 'gonorrheal'; mispronouncing 'bursitis' as 'burcitis'; mixing up with other types of bursitis.