Inflammatory diseases
Inflammatory Diseases
Inflammatory diseases (/ɪnˈflæməˌtɔːri dɪˈziːzɪz/) refer to a group of conditions characterized by inflammation, a biological response of body tissues to harmful stimuli, such as pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants.
Etymology
The term "inflammatory" is derived from the Latin "inflammatio," meaning "a setting on fire," and "disease" comes from the Old French "desaise," meaning "lack of ease." The term collectively refers to conditions that cause discomfort due to inflammation.
Types of Inflammatory Diseases
Inflammatory diseases can be classified into several types, including:
- Autoimmune diseases: These are conditions where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells, leading to inflammation. Examples include Rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus, and Multiple sclerosis.
- Chronic inflammatory diseases: These are long-term conditions that cause ongoing inflammation. Examples include Asthma, Crohn's disease, and Ulcerative colitis.
- Infectious inflammatory diseases: These are conditions caused by an infection that leads to inflammation. Examples include Tuberculosis, Hepatitis, and Meningitis.
Symptoms
Symptoms of inflammatory diseases can vary widely depending on the specific condition and the area of the body affected. However, common symptoms often include Pain, Swelling, Redness, and Heat at the site of inflammation, as well as potential Fever and Fatigue.
Treatment
Treatment for inflammatory diseases typically involves managing symptoms and reducing inflammation. This can often be achieved through the use of Anti-inflammatory drugs, Immunosuppressant drugs, and Physical therapy. In some cases, Surgery may be necessary.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inflammatory diseases
- Wikipedia's article - Inflammatory diseases
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