Any time you’ve got a body part that turns red, puffy and uncomfortable, it probably means something’s wrong. Inflammation is the response of the body’s vascular tissues to harmful stimuli like irritants or pathogens, a defensive attempt to rid the body of the unwelcome guest and begin the healing process. So what do you know about inflammation? If you’ve got a burning desire to test your knowledge, take our quizzes!
What diseases can be caused by chronic inflammation? What is the difference between acute and chronic inflammation? What are the top causes of inflammation? What is rhinitis? What is phlebitis? How about vasculitis? What are the five main signs of inflammation? What are some morphologic patterns of inflammation? What are some key treatments for inflammation? Name some pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory foods. What effect does high levels of acute-phase proteins have on the body? Get answers to all things inflammation in our quizzes!
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