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What is the main purpose of inflammation in the body?
What is the main purpose of inflammation in the body?
- To reduce blood circulation
- To protect and repair tissue (correct)
- To initiate nerve signals
- To promote muscle growth
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with inflammation?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with inflammation?
- Increased appetite (correct)
- Redness
- Pain
- Swelling
What initiates the inflammatory response in the body?
What initiates the inflammatory response in the body?
- Chemical signals from healthy tissues
- Injury or presence of harmful substances (correct)
- Dehydration
- Physical exertion
Which of the following areas of the body is primarily affected during the inflammatory process?
Which of the following areas of the body is primarily affected during the inflammatory process?
What physiological change occurs during inflammation?
What physiological change occurs during inflammation?
Flashcards
Inflammation
Inflammation
The body's protective response to injury, damage, or foreign material.
Injury
Injury
Damage or harm to tissues.
Symptoms of Inflammation
Symptoms of Inflammation
Redness, warmth, swelling, and pain at the injury site.
Immune Cells
Immune Cells
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Tissue Repair
Tissue Repair
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Study Notes
Inflammation Overview
- Inflammation is the body's normal protective response to tissue injury, trauma, or damage.
- Its purpose is to destroy invading organisms, foreign material, and dying tissues.
- Inflammation sets the stage for tissue repair.
Inflammatory Process Stages
- Injury occurs.
- Harmful substances enter the body.
- Blood vessels dilate, leading to swelling (edema).
- Blood vessels become leaky, allowing fluid to leak into the tissues, causing swelling.
- Increased blood flow causes redness and warmth.
- Pain is a sensation resulting from the inflammation process.
- Cells involved in the immune system (leukocytes) accumulate to combat foreign materials and damaged cells.
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