Description

Chlamydial infection of the pharynx is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, affecting the throat. It may present with sore throat or be asymptomatic, requiring specific testing for diagnosis.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to this condition using terms like 'infección de garganta' or 'clamidia en la garganta', which are more colloquial. It is important to maintain a formal register and use the canonical term to ensure clarity in medical contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor confirmed the diagnosis of Chlamydial infection of pharynx after reviewing the test results.

ES: El médico confirmó el diagnóstico de infección por clamidia de la faringe tras revisar los resultados de las pruebas.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with other throat infections; mispronouncing 'clamidia'; using informal terms instead of the canonical term.