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inflammation

[in-fluh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɪn fləˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
redness, swelling
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To simulate inflammation, the researchers exposed murine macrophages to lipopolysaccharide, a bacterial component often used in laboratory experiments.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026

It can reduce stress and inflammation, improve heart health, lift moods and slow cognitive decline, according to Fancourt’s book, “Art Cure: The Science of How the Arts Save Lives,” out in February.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

"The second one shows global mild stranding of the mesenteric fat - that meant widespread abdominal inflammation".

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Thyroid eye disease is a rare autoimmune condition causing eye-bulging, double vision, and inflammation.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

It is an infiltration of intellects, an inflammation.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas