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inflammation

[in-fluh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɪn fləˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
redness, swelling
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When inhaled, these microscopic particles can enter the lungs and bloodstream, potentially causing swelling and inflammation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

"The theory is that GAE reduces inflammation inside the knee joint, and symptom relief can last years," Casadaban says.

From Science Daily • Jun. 23, 2026

AbbVie has agreed to buy Apogee Therapeutics for about $10.9 billion in cash in a deal that bolsters the biopharmaceutical company’s immunology and inflammation portfolio.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

They said they consumed raw dairy because they wanted to reduce their inflammation, and avoid additives, and prevent lactose intolerance, and clear their skin, and bring their hormones into balance.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

He asked if Joe suffered from gastritis, or inflammation of the stomach lining.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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