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Inflammation

usgb/ˌɪnfləˈmeɪʃn/Volume
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Medical Context

Use 'inflammation' mainly in medical-related discussions about symptoms or conditions.

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The patient showed signs of inflammation at the wound site.
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Describe Symptoms

'Inflammation' often describes symptoms like swelling, heat, redness, or pain in a body part.

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His ankle displayed clear inflammation after the sprain.
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Not Always Visible

Sometimes 'inflammation' happens inside the body and isn't visible on the outside.

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She was treated for inflammation of the bladder.
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