Description

Pneumonia due to pneumocystis is a type of pneumonia caused by the organism Pneumocystis jirovecii, often seen in immunocompromised patients, particularly those with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This condition can be exacerbated by co-infection with malaria, which can further weaken the immune system and complicate treatment.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in contexts discussing HIV-related opportunistic infections. It's important to maintain a clinical tone and avoid colloquial terms that may not be understood in a medical context. Be cautious of potential confusion with other types of pneumonia or infections that may sound similar.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with pneumonia due to pneumocystis associated with human immunodeficiency virus disease associated with malaria.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con neumonía debido a la neumocistis asociada con la enfermedad del virus de inmunodeficiencia humana asociada con la malaria.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Pneumocystis with other pneumonia types; mispronouncing 'neumonía' as 'neumonía'; mixing up HIV-related terms with other infectious diseases.