Description

Keratitis or keratoconjunctivitis in tuberculosis refers to inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva that can occur as a complication of tuberculosis. This condition may lead to symptoms such as redness, pain, and vision impairment if not treated promptly.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in various clinical settings, particularly in infectious disease contexts. Common variants that may arise include 'queratitis' or 'conjuntivitis', but these should be avoided in favor of the full term to maintain clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with keratitis or keratoconjunctivitis in tuberculosis after presenting with significant eye discomfort.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con queratitis o queratoconjuntivitis en tuberculosis después de presentar un malestar ocular significativo.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing keratitis with conjunctivitis; mixing up tuberculosis-related terms with other infections; mispronouncing 'queratitis' as 'queratinitis'