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Pneumocytosis

Definition:

Pneumocytosis refers to an infectious disease caused by the presence and proliferation of Pneumocystis fungi within the lungs, specifically affecting immunocompromised individuals.

Usage:

1. Medical Sense:

In the medical field, pneumocytosis is commonly referred to as Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP). This condition primarily affects individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS, cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, or recipients of organ transplants.

Example Sentence: Patients with advanced stage HIV are particularly susceptible to pneumocytosis.

2. Local Sense:

In a local context, pneumocytosis may refer to a respiratory tract infection prevalent within a specific geographical area.

Example Sentence: The region experiences an annual outbreak of pneumocytosis during the winter months.

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