Description

Gonococcal infection of the eye is an infectious condition caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. This infection can lead to conjunctivitis, which may result in severe complications if not treated promptly.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be confused with other types of eye infections, such as viral or bacterial conjunctivitis. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms that may arise in patient discussions. Stick to the glossary term in formal medical contexts to ensure clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with a gonococcal infection of the eye after presenting with redness and discharge.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con una infección gonocócica del ojo tras presentar enrojecimiento y secreción.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with conjunctivitis caused by other agents; mispronouncing 'gonocócica'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.