Tag: infection
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Inflammation
Inflammation is a complex biological response of the body’s immune system to injury, infection or tissue damage. Inflammation is a natural and essential part of the healing process, as it helps to remove harmful stimuli, such as pathogens or damaged cells, and initiate the repair process. During inflammation, the affected area becomes red, swollen and…
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Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can be caused by a variety of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. The infection causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs (alveoli), which can fill with fluid or pus, making it difficult to breathe and leading to coughing, chest pain and difficulty breathing. Symptoms…