Acute inflammation

Definition

Acute inflammation is the body's immediate and localized response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, heat, swelling, pain, and sometimes loss of function. It aims to eliminate the initial cause of cell injury, clear out damaged cells and tissues, and establish repair.

Related terms

Immune System: The complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against attacks by foreign invaders.

White Blood Cells: Cells of the immune system involved in defending the body against both infectious disease and foreign materials.

Pathogens: Microorganisms that cause disease in their host, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites