Description

Gonococcal bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterium. It typically presents with localized pain and swelling, often affecting the joints, particularly the knees and elbows.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'bursitis' may be confused with other inflammatory conditions. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Common variants may include 'bursitis gonocócica' and 'bursitis por gonococo', but it is best to stick to the glossary term in clinical contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with gonococcal bursitis, radius after presenting with joint pain.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con bursitis gonocócica, radio después de presentar dolor en la articulación.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'bursitis' with 'tendinitis'; mispronouncing 'gonocócica'; mixing up with other types of bursitis