Pneumocystis Jiroveci Infections

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What is the most common opportunistic infection in HIV patients?

  • Candida
  • Aspergillus
  • Toxoplasma
  • Pneumocystis jiroveci (correct)

How was Pneumocystis jiroveci initially classified?

  • Virus
  • Fungus
  • Bacterium
  • Protozoal (correct)

What is a characteristic of Pneumocystis jiroveci infection in immunosuppressant individuals?

  • Limited to a single site of infection
  • Rapid deterioration and multifocal involvement (correct)
  • Gradual progression of symptoms
  • Responsive to known treatments

What is a common symptom of Pneumocystis jiroveci infection in HIV patients?

<p>Dyspnea and cough (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of pneumonia is caused by Pneumocystis jiroveci infection?

<p>Interstitial pneumonia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Pneumocystis jiroveci

  • Most common opportunistic infection in HIV patients

History of Pneumocystis jiroveci

  • Initially thought to be a protozoan, but reclassified as a fungus based on genomic material studies

Mechanism of Infection

  • Causes severe pneumonia, leading to rapid respiratory failure
  • Presents with dyspnea and cough, progressing to cyanosis and respiratory failure

Infections in Immunocompetent vs Immunocompromised Individuals

Immunocompromised Individuals

  • Opportunistic infection
  • Rapid deterioration (days) leading to respiratory failure
  • Unresponsive to known treatments
  • Multifocal, causing interstitial pneumonia

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