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inflammation

[in-fluh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɪn fləˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
redness, swelling
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Inflammation has been implicated in many health problems, including dementia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Inflammation is the immune system's reaction to a threat.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Inflammation has been implicated in many health problems including Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Inflammation is an essential defense mechanism that protects us from infection and injury.

From Science Daily • Feb. 19, 2026

Inflammation of the middle ear is another unpleasant and not infrequent complication.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various




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