Description

Shigella sonnei is a species of bacteria that causes shigellosis, a type of infectious diarrhea. It is primarily transmitted through contaminated food and water, leading to gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'Bacteria sonnei' is the clinical term used in medical contexts. Common variants that may be heard include 'Shigella' without the species name, which should be avoided in formal settings to maintain clarity. It is important to ensure that the term is used in the proper context of infectious diseases.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Shigella sonnei after experiencing severe diarrhea.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Bacteria sonnei después de experimentar diarrea severa.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'Shigella sonnei' with 'Shigella dysenteriae'; mispronouncing 'sonnei' as 'soni'; using informal terms instead of the clinical name.