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inflammation

[in-fluh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɪn fləˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
redness, swelling
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Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani makes an early exit against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday because of inflammation in his left knee.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Older chondrocytes were more likely to activate genes linked to inflammation and unwanted conversion of cartilage into bone.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

Ohtani left the game with inflammation in his left knee, the Dodgers announced.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Today, excess abdominal fat is a major risk factor because it can trigger chronic inflammation that damages arteries, cardiac tissue and kidneys, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Dr. Harlow follows the best medical advice of his time—keep the wound clean but covered and watch for inflammation.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman




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