pneumocystis pneumonia (Meaning)
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pneumocystis pneumonia (n)
pneumonia occurring in infants or in persons with impaired immune systems (as AIDS victims)
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pneumonia occurring in infants or in persons with impaired immune systems (as AIDS victims)
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Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) is an opportunistic infection caused by the fungus Pneumocystis jirovecii.
PCP is a common complication of HIV/AIDS, affecting up to 50% of patients.
Symptoms of PCP include shortness of breath, fever, and cough.
PCP can be diagnosed with a chest X-ray or sputum sample.
