inflammation
noun
in·flam·ma·tion
ˌin-flə-ˈmā-shən 
Examples of inflammation in a Sentence
The drug is used to reduce inflammation.
inflammations of the throat and ears
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This causes inflammation and fluid buildup, leading to possible bacterial infection and more persistent symptoms.
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Mark Gurarie, Health, 26 Apr. 2025
Often, inflammation and fluid buildup in the lungs worsen shortness of breath.
—Smita Patel, Verywell Health, 26 Apr. 2025
Inhalation of coal or Mars dust can lead to irritation and inflammation of the lungs, creating a pathway to severe lung disease.
—Madison Dapcevich, Discover Magazine, 25 Apr. 2025
Where diet can likely bring some relief, though, is in stymying inflammation.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 25 Apr. 2025
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Mark Gurarie, Health, 26 Apr. 2025
Often, inflammation and fluid buildup in the lungs worsen shortness of breath.
—Smita Patel, Verywell Health, 26 Apr. 2025
Inhalation of coal or Mars dust can lead to irritation and inflammation of the lungs, creating a pathway to severe lung disease.
—Madison Dapcevich, Discover Magazine, 25 Apr. 2025
Where diet can likely bring some relief, though, is in stymying inflammation.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 25 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inflammation
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“Inflammation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inflammation. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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inflammation
noun
in·flam·ma·tion
ˌin-flə-ˈmā-shən
1
: the act of inflaming : the state of being inflamed
2
: a bodily response to injury in which heat, redness, pain, swelling, and more than the usual amount of blood are present in the area affected
Medical Definition
inflammation
noun
in·flam·ma·tion
ˌin-flə-ˈmā-shən
: a local response to cellular injury that is marked by capillary dilatation, leukocytic infiltration, redness, heat, pain, swelling, and often loss of function and that serves as a mechanism initiating the elimination of noxious agents and of damaged tissue
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