Description

Myelitis due to Human immunodeficiency virus is an inflammatory condition of the spinal cord associated with HIV infection. It can lead to neurological deficits and requires prompt medical attention for management.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be confused with other types of myelitis or neurological conditions. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Variants like 'mielitis por VIH' may be encountered, but it is recommended to stick to the glossary term in formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Myelitis due to Human immunodeficiency virus after presenting with neurological symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Mielitis debido al virus de la inmunodeficiencia humana después de presentar síntomas neurológicos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Mixing up with other types of myelitis; confusion with HIV-related terminology; mispronouncing 'mielitis' as 'mielitis' with incorrect emphasis