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inflammation

[in-fluh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɪn fləˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
redness, swelling
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Nitrites, used as preservatives in processed meats, can also drive inflammation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Because infections can trigger especially harmful inflammation, the Salk team studied mice with an infection.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

These findings suggest that lifestyle factors and ongoing inflammation may affect the immune system's ability to remain resilient over time.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Instead of helping, they trigger ongoing inflammation that can damage the connections between brain cells.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

It occurs to me how awful that nickname is: Calling your needy little sister something that’s one letter off from a viral infection that causes acute inflammation of the brain?

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone




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