Description

Keratitis blennorrhagica is an inflammatory condition of the cornea caused by a gonococcal infection. It is characterized by purulent discharge and can lead to serious complications if not treated promptly.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should note that this term is specific to gonococcal infections and may be confused with other types of keratitis. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Stick to the glossary term in all clinical contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Keratitis blennorrhagica after presenting with severe eye pain and discharge.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Queratitis blennorragica tras presentar un dolor ocular severo y secreción.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with keratitis due to other causes; mispronouncing 'blennorragica'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.