Inflammation is your body's natural protective response to an injury or infection. It's the process by which your body heals itself after an injury and fights infections.
When an injury or infection occurs, your body releases chemical mediators that:
This influx of fluid and blood cells causes the redness, heat, swelling, and pain that characterize acute inflammation.
Chronic inflammation occurs when this response lingers, even after the initial threat is gone. This can damage tissues over time and increase the risk of various chronic diseases.
Some key points about inflammation:
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