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What is the definition of inflammation?
What is the definition of inflammation?
- A specific response of specific organs to disease
- A defense mechanism of the body against irritants
- A general reaction of cells and tissues to disease
- A local reaction of living tissue to an irritant or injury (correct)
What are examples of non-living agents that can cause inflammation?
What are examples of non-living agents that can cause inflammation?
- Genetic factors, mechanical injuries, hormonal changes, sun rays
- Intrinsic causes, burns, acids, alkalies
- Mechanical injuries, physical agents, chemical agents, radiations (correct)
- Bacteria, viruses, physical agents, chemical agents
What does the term 'pathogenesis' refer to?
What does the term 'pathogenesis' refer to?
- The functional changes affecting the organs
- The structural changes affecting the organs
- The mechanism of how the agent causes an effect (correct)
- The specific responses of specific organs to disease
What is the science that studies the reaction of cells and tissues to disease?
What is the science that studies the reaction of cells and tissues to disease?
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What are the two main causes of disease mentioned in the text?
What are the two main causes of disease mentioned in the text?
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Study Notes
Inflammation and Pathogenesis
- Inflammation is a complex biological response of the body's tissues to harmful stimuli, such as injury, infection, or damage.
Causes of Inflammation
- Examples of non-living agents that can cause inflammation include: • Chemical irritants • Radiation • Extreme temperatures
Pathogenesis
- Pathogenesis refers to the process by which a disease develops and progresses.
Science of Disease Reaction
- The science that studies the reaction of cells and tissues to disease is called pathology.
Causes of Disease
- The two main causes of disease mentioned are: • Infection • Injury
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