Description

Enteritis in enterohaemorrhagic Escherichia coli infection refers to inflammation of the intestine caused by a specific strain of E. coli that produces toxins leading to severe gastrointestinal symptoms. This condition can result in bloody diarrhea and abdominal pain, requiring prompt medical attention.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should maintain a formal register when discussing this diagnosis, adhering to the clinical terminology. It is important to use the 'por [agente]' phrasing, as in 'enteritis por Escherichia coli enterohemorrágica'. Avoid colloquial terms that may arise in discussions about gastrointestinal infections.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with enteritis in enterohaemorrhagic Escherichia coli infection after presenting with severe abdominal cramps and diarrhea.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con enteritis en la infección enterohaemorrágica de Escherichia coli tras presentar cólicos abdominales severos y diarrea.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing enterohaemorrhagic with other E. coli strains; mispronouncing Escherichia; using 'debido a' instead of 'por' when referring to the infectious agent.