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Chronic inflammation is directly linked to tissue because it involves the persistent recruitment of immune cells to affected tissue [1] and causes progressive damage, scarring, and potential death to healthy tissues over time {fact:1, fact:2, fact:4}.
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Causes of Inflammation and How It Affects Health chanzuckerberg.com 1 fact
claimChronic inflammation occurs when inflammation affects healthy tissues or persists for an extended duration, such as months or years.
Acute v chronic inflammation in the body: what's the difference? cbhs.com.au 1 fact
claimChronic inflammation causes damage to healthy cells, organs, and tissues over time, potentially resulting in DNA breakdown, internal scarring, and tissue death.
The Role of Immune Cells in Inflammation jmolpat.com 1 fact
claimChronic inflammation is characterized by the sustained production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and the persistent recruitment of immune cells to the affected tissue, leading to tissue damage, fibrosis, and impaired tissue function.
Chronic inflammation: Why it's harmful, and how to prevent it novanthealth.org 1 fact
claimChronic inflammation, if left unaddressed, can damage healthy cells, tissues, and organs.