Pneumocystis Jirovecii Detection Kits | Dynamiker

1. Am I at Risk?

• HIV/AIDS (CD4+ cell count < 200 cells/μL)

• Had an organ transplant (on immunosuppressive drugs)

• Cancer (undergoing chemotherapy/radiation)

• Taken high-dose steroids long-term (e.g., for lupus/asthma)

• A congenital immune disorder (e.g., SCID) or are a premature infant

2. Key Symptoms to Watch For

• Symptoms get worse over 1–2 weeks — call your doctor RIGHT AWAY if you have:

• Persistent dry cough (no mucus/phlegm)

• Shortness of breath (worse when walking, dressing, or climbing stairs)

• Low-grade fever (rarely over 101°F/38.3°C)

• Chest tightness or mild pain

• Extreme tiredness, unexpected weight loss, or loss of appetite

3. What to Do Next

• Don't wait: If you have symptoms + are high-risk, tell your doctor “I’m worried about PJP” — early treatment saves lives.

• Diagnosis tests: Your doctor may order a chest X-ray/CT, sputum test, or PCR (to find the fungus).

• Treatment: Expect antifungal meds (e.g., TMP-SMX) — mild cases take oral pills; severe cases need IV drugs + oxygen.