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inflammation

[in-fluh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɪn fləˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
redness, swelling
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More recently, a strain circulating in the United States caused milder symptoms with eye inflammation being the primary symptoms.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

“Inadequate nutrition, particularly vitamin A deficiency, can impair the lining of the digestive tract, predisposing birds to inflammation and secondary illness.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

Cassileth prescribes peptides largely to postsurgical patients to help with healing and reducing inflammation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

There are its health benefits, such as boosting immunity, reducing inflammation and providing antimicrobial effects.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

“If you had any foreign bodies in your legs they would set up an inflammation and you’d have fever.”

From "A Farewell To Arms" by Ernest Hemingway




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