OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
IMMUNITY INNATE AND ADAPTIVE
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lasts for a long period of time
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swelling
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loss of movement
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redness
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Detailed explanation-1: -Based on visual observation, the ancients characterised inflammation by five cardinal signs, namely redness (rubor), swelling (tumour), heat (calor; only applicable to the body’ extremities), pain (dolor) and loss of function (functio laesa).
Detailed explanation-2: -Acute inflammation begins within seconds to minutes following injury to tissues. It is characterised by four key features (Latin terms in brackets): Redness (rubor)-secondary to vasodilatation and increased blood flow. Heat (calor)-localised increase in temperature, also due to increased blood flow.
Detailed explanation-3: -The four cardinal signs of inflammation are redness (Latin rubor), heat (calor), swelling (tumor), and pain (dolor). Redness is caused by the dilation of small blood vessels in the area of injury.
Detailed explanation-4: -The four cardinal signs of inflammation are redness (Latin rubor), heat (calor), swelling (tumor), and pain (dolor).
Detailed explanation-5: -Flushed skin at the site of the injury. Pain or tenderness. Swelling. Heat. 28-Jul-2021