Description

Colitis in shigellosis due to Shigella flexneri is an inflammatory condition of the colon caused by the Shigella flexneri bacterium. It typically presents with symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever, and is often associated with fecal-oral transmission.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'Colitis en la shigelosis debido a Shigella Flexneri' may be encountered in clinical settings. It is important to use the 'por [agente]' phrasing pattern, as this is the preferred terminology in medical contexts. Avoid colloquial terms that may confuse the clinical meaning.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with colitis in shigellosis due to Shigella flexneri after presenting with severe diarrhea.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con colitis en la shigelosis debido a Shigella Flexneri tras presentar diarrea severa.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Shigella with Salmonella; using 'debido a' instead of 'por'; mispronouncing 'Shigella Flexneri'.