Description

Bacterial enteritis due to Shigella is an intestinal infection caused by the Shigella bacteria, leading to inflammation of the intestines. It is characterized by diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever, and is often transmitted through contaminated food or water.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should use the term 'enteritis bacteriana por Shigella' to adhere to the infectious agent phrasing patterns in the Spanish medical terminology style guide. Common variants such as 'fiebre entérica' may be heard, but it is recommended to stick to the glossary term in formal contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with bacterial enteritis due to Shigella after presenting with severe diarrhea.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con enteritis bacteriana por Shigella tras presentar diarrea severa.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'Shigella' with 'Salmonella'; misusing 'debido a' instead of 'por'; mixing up enteritis with other gastrointestinal infections.