Description

Tuberculosis of nasopharynx is a rare form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis that affects the nasopharyngeal region. It is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis and can lead to symptoms such as nasal obstruction, pain, and discharge.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be confused with other forms of tuberculosis, such as pulmonary tuberculosis. It's important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Some may use 'tuberculosis nasofaríngea' as a variant, but it is recommended to stick to the glossary term in clinical contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of nasopharynx after presenting with persistent nasal symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Tuberculosis de la nasofaringe después de presentar síntomas nasales persistentes.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with pulmonary tuberculosis; Mispronouncing 'nasofaringe'; Using informal language or colloquial terms