Description

Anogenital molluscum contagiosum is a viral infection characterized by the appearance of small, painless bumps in the anogenital region. It is caused by the molluscum contagiosum virus and is typically transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term may be confused with other skin conditions due to its descriptive nature. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Common variants that may be heard include 'molusco contagioso' without the anogenital specification, which should be avoided in clinical contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The dermatologist diagnosed the patient with anogenital molluscum contagiosum after examining the lesions.

ES: El dermatólogo diagnosticó al paciente con molusco anogenital contagioso tras examinar las lesiones.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Mixing up with other skin conditions; using colloquial terms instead of the clinical term; mispronouncing 'molluscum'.