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Definition of Pneumocystis pneumonia

PCP is a serious illness caused by infection with the fungus Pneumocystis jirovecii (pronounced NEW-mo-SIS-tis yee-row-VET-zee). It is one of the most common opportunistic infections in people with HIV/AIDS. Although people with HIV/AIDS are less likely to get PCP today than in recent years, PCP is still a significant public health problem.

 
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