Description

Bedbugs are small, parasitic insects that feed on the blood of humans and animals. They are often found in bedding, furniture, and other places where people sleep, and can cause itching and discomfort due to their bites.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to bedbugs using colloquial terms or regional variations. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid using informal language. Stick to the term 'chinche de cama' in clinical contexts to ensure clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient reported experiencing bites from bedbugs while staying at a hotel.

ES: El paciente informó haber recibido picaduras de chinches de cama mientras se hospedaba en un hotel.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'chinche de cama' with 'chinche' (which can refer to other types of bugs); mispronouncing 'chinche' as 'chinch' leading to misunderstandings; mixing up bedbugs with fleas or other pests.