Description

HIV disease clinical stage 3 refers to a specific phase of HIV infection characterized by severe immunosuppression and the occurrence of certain opportunistic infections or cancers. This stage is critical for determining the appropriate treatment and management of the disease.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term is often used in clinical settings to assess the severity of HIV infection. Variants such as 'etapa 3 del VIH' may be heard colloquially, but it is important to use the full term for clarity. Avoid mixing this term with earlier stages of HIV disease to prevent confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient has been diagnosed with HIV disease clinical stage 3 without mention of tuberculosis or malaria.

ES: El paciente ha sido diagnosticado con enfermedad del VIH etapa clínica 3 sin mencionar la tuberculosis o la malaria.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing stage 3 with earlier stages; mispronouncing 'tuberculosis' as 'tuberculosis'; mixing terms related to other infections.