Description

Candidosis of the gastrointestinal tract associated with human immunodeficiency virus disease associated with tuberculosis refers to a fungal infection caused by Candida species that occurs in individuals with compromised immune systems, particularly those with HIV and tuberculosis. This condition can lead to significant gastrointestinal symptoms and requires appropriate antifungal treatment.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should maintain a formal register when discussing this term, as it pertains to serious health conditions. Common variants that may be encountered include 'candidiasis gastrointestinal' and 'infección por cándida', but it is essential to stick to the glossary term in formal medical contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with candidosis of gastrointestinal tract associated with human immunodeficiency virus disease associated with tuberculosis.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con candidosis del tracto gastrointestinal asociado con la enfermedad del virus de inmunodeficiencia humana asociada con tuberculosis.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing candidosis with other fungal infections; mispronouncing 'candidosis' as 'candidiasis'; using informal terms that do not reflect the clinical context.