Description

Meningitis due to human immunodeficiency virus is an inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This condition can lead to severe neurological complications and requires prompt medical attention.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term is often used in clinical settings to describe a specific type of meningitis related to HIV. Common variants that may be encountered include 'meningitis por VIH' or 'meningitis por virus de inmunodeficiencia humana', but it is important to stick to the glossary term in formal contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with meningitis due to human immunodeficiency virus after presenting with severe headaches and fever.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con meningitis debido al virus de la inmunodeficiencia humana tras presentar fuertes dolores de cabeza y fiebre.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with other types of meningitis; mispronouncing 'inmunodeficiencia'; mixing up HIV with other viral infections