What is PJP?

PJP is a lung infection caused by the Pneumocystis jiroveci fungus. PJP is most often seen in people with a weak immune system. PJP is an opportunistic infection. This means that when your immune system is not working well, it cannot fight off the fungus.

What does Pneumocystosis mean?

Pneumocystosis is an infection of the lungs caused by the microorganism Pneumocystis carinii. Pneumocystosis is almost exclusively seen in individuals whose immune systems have been compromised by AIDS or chemotherapy.

How do you spell pneumocystis pneumonia?

noun Pathology. Also called pneumocys·tis ca·ri·ni·i pneumo·nia [kuh-rahy-nee-ahy].

How do you pronounce Jiroveci?

Pneumocystis jirovecii (pronounced NEW-mo-SIS-tis yee-row-VET-zee) “Definition of Pneumocystis pneumonia”. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Is Pneumocystis Jiroveci a yeast or mold?

Pneumocystis jirovecii (previously P. carinii) is a yeast-like fungus of the genus Pneumocystis. The causative organism of Pneumocystis pneumonia, it is an important human pathogen, particularly among immunocompromised hosts.