Description

Intestinal Diseases, Parasitic refer to infections caused by various parasites that affect the gastrointestinal tract. These diseases can lead to symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and malnutrition, and are often transmitted through contaminated food or water.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term may be used in both clinical and public health contexts. Common variants that may be encountered include 'infecciones intestinales' or 'enfermedades parasitarias', but it is important to stick to the glossary term in formal settings to maintain clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Intestinal Diseases, Parasitic after presenting symptoms of severe diarrhea.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Enfermedades Infecciosas Intestinales tras presentar síntomas de diarrea severa.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'enfermedades intestinales' which may refer to non-parasitic conditions; misinterpretation of related terms like 'infecciones intestinales' as synonymous; mixing up the register when discussing in formal versus informal settings.