Description

Trichinellosis is a parasitic disease caused by the consumption of undercooked meat containing larvae of the Trichinella species. It can lead to symptoms such as gastrointestinal distress, fever, and muscle pain as the larvae migrate through the body.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'Triquinosis' is the standard term used in clinical settings. Colloquial terms may include variations like 'infección por triquina', but these should be avoided in formal contexts. It's important to maintain a professional tone when discussing this disease.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with trichinellosis after eating undercooked pork.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con triquinosis después de consumir cerdo mal cocido.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing trichinellosis with other parasitic infections; mispronouncing 'triquinosis' as 'triquinosa'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.