Inflammation is the body's protective response to irritation, injury, or infection. When tissue is damaged by toxins, trauma, heat, or other causes, the body triggers an inflammatory cascade. Specialized cells called inflammatory mediators release chemicals that make nearby blood vessels leak fluid into the tissues, causing swelling. This protects the tissue by limiting further damage, allowing immune cells to reach the site of injury.
There are two main types of inflammation:
What causes inflammation?
Inflammation starts when the immune system recognizes foreign or damaged structures. Key triggers include:
How is inflammation treated?
For mild acute inflammation like sore muscles, basic home treatments such as rest, ice, compression, and elevation usually help. Over-the-counter pain medications like ibuprofen can also ease discomfort.
For more severe inflammatory conditions, doctors may prescribe stronger prescription anti-inflammatory medications. Lifestyle measures like stress reduction, proper nutrition, exercise, and sleep also fight systemic inflammation.
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I hope this gives you a helpful overview on inflammation! Let me know if you have any other questions.