Inflammation (Latin, īnflammō, "I ignite, set alight") is part of the complex biological response of vascular tissues to harmful stimuli, such as pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants. Inflammation is a protective attempt by the organism to remove the injurious stimuli and to initiate the healing process. Inflammation is not a synonym for infection, even in cases where inflammation is caused by infection. Although infection is caused by a microo...
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Diseases with this Risk Factor:
Diseases or conditions caused:
- Heart Disease ,
- Enteritis ,
- Urethral stricture ,
- Vasculitis ,
- Scleritis ,
- Uveitis ,
- Sensorineural hearing loss ,
- Plantar fasciitis ,
- Trigger finger ,
- Tendonitis
Also known as:
- Inflammatory reaction,
- Inflammatory disease
