inflammation

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It's also home to a nightclub which two weeks ago is thought to have spawned an explosive outbreak of meningitis B - a potentially deadly inflammation of the brain lining.

From BBC

A CT scan showed inflammation of the brain, and he was seriously ill.

From BBC

The researchers found that this bacterium can enter the bloodstream and settle in breast tissue, where it triggers inflammation and early cellular changes linked to cancer.

From Science Daily

"By monitoring waist size and inflammation, clinicians may be able to identify people with higher risk earlier and focus on prevention strategies that could reduce the chance of heart failure before symptoms begin."

From Science Daily

These factors can lead to weight gain, inflammation and the buildup of visceral fat, all of which increase the risk of heart disease.

From Science Daily