PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

INFLAMMATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Causes of chronic inflammation
A
Persistent infection
B
Hypersensitivity diseases
C
Prolonged exposure to potentially toxic agent
D
Tissue necrosis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The inflammatory response (inflammation) occurs when tissues are injured by bacteria, trauma, toxins, heat, or any other cause. The damaged cells release chemicals including histamine, bradykinin, and prostaglandins. These chemicals cause blood vessels to leak fluid into the tissues, causing swelling.

Detailed explanation-2: -Over time, chronic inflammation can cause DNA damage and lead to cancer. For example, people with chronic inflammatory bowel diseases, such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn disease, have an increased risk of colon cancer.

Detailed explanation-3: -Eating a diet high in added sugars, refined carbohydrates, processed or fried foods and unhealthy fats. Drinking alcohol in excess (more than one or two servings a day) or smoking cigarettes. Being obese (fat tissues release inflammatory substances). More items •10-Feb-2022

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