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inflammation

[in-fluh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɪn fləˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
redness, swelling
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It involves changes in metabolism and inflammation, and these changes can vary widely between individuals.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

"I was being prescribed the strongest potency, I was rubbing it on the affected areas but within minutes the inflammation was back."

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

"It can lead to inflammation in the brain, and that's one of the things that can increase the risk of Parkinson's disease," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Chronic inflammation often develops quietly, without obvious pain or noticeable symptoms.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 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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