Inflammation
Contents |
Used for
See for
Broader Terms
Narrower Terms
Related Terms
Behcet's syndrome, C reactive protein, chemotaxis, leukotriene, monocyte chemoattractant protein 1, phagocytosis, sarcoidosis
Scope Note
pathological process characterized by injury or destruction of tissues caused by a variety of cytologic and chemical reactions; usually manifested by typical signs of pain, heat, redness, swelling, and loss of function.
Facts
- Inflammation is a manifestation of the body's response to tissue damage and infection.
- Silent inflammation is a condition that occurs when the body's natural immune response goes awry.
- Inflammation is a protective reaction to injury, disease, or irritation of the tissues.
- Inflammation is a response from an injury that may be characterized by redness, heat, pain, swelling and loss of function
