Description

Tuberculous tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is a rare manifestation of tuberculosis that can occur in individuals with pulmonary or extrapulmonary tuberculosis.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may use terms like 'amigdalitis por tuberculosis' or simply 'tuberculosis de las amígdalas', which are colloquial and less precise. It is important to use the canonical term 'amigdalitis tuberculosa' in formal medical contexts to ensure clarity and accuracy.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with tuberculous tonsillitis after presenting with a sore throat and swollen tonsils.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con amigdalitis tuberculosa tras presentar dolor de garganta y amígdalas inflamadas.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusion with 'amigdalitis viral'; mispronunciation of 'tuberculosa'; mixing up with other forms of tuberculosis.