PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Clinically, acute inflammation is characterized by 5 cardinal signs : rubor (redness), calor (increased heat), tumor (swelling), dolor (pain), and functio laesa (loss of function) (Figure 3-1).

Detailed explanation-2: -The four cardinal signs of inflammation are redness (Latin rubor), heat (calor), swelling (tumor), and pain (dolor).

Detailed explanation-3: -Inflammation can be recognized clinically by 5 cardinal signs: rubor (redness), calor (warmth), tumor (swelling), dolor (pain), and functio laesa (loss of function).

Detailed explanation-4: -Inflammation may cause loss of function related to both injury and illness. For example, an inflamed joint may not move properly, or a respiratory infection causing signs of inflammation in the lungs may make it difficult to breathe. Acute inflammation occurs at the onset of an injury that lasts for several days.

Detailed explanation-5: -Redness. Heat. Swelling. Pain. Loss of function. 23-Nov-2010