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inflammation

[in-fluh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɪn fləˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
redness, swelling
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The body must keep inflammation in a careful balance.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

But when inflammation becomes excessive, it can damage tissues and contribute to death.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

To investigate how the body manages cytokine levels, the researchers used a mouse model of systemic inflammation caused by the pathogen Yersinia pseudotuberculosis.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Dreyer had been one of the Dodgers’ most consistent relievers before he missed 13 games with left shoulder inflammation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Pausing, Green gingerly touched a boil on the back of his neck, a mature inflammation that seemed, like its angry wearer, about to burst.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote




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