chronic inflammation ↔ infections

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Chronic inflammation is linked to infections because persistent infections can act as a primary cause of the condition {fact:1, fact:2, fact:10}, while the presence of chronic inflammation can also lead to an increased susceptibility to frequent infections {fact:4, fact:5, fact:7, fact:9, fact:11, fact:12}. Additionally, the immune response to infections involves cytokines, which, when produced in excess, contribute to the development of chronic inflammation [1].

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Chronic Inflammation - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf ncbi.nlm.nih.gov National Library of Medicine 3 facts

claimChronic inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis is induced in genetically susceptible hosts by environmental factors such as smoking and infections, leading to a systemic autoimmune response and local joint inflammation.

claimChronic inflammation is associated with symptoms including body pain, arthralgia, myalgia, chronic fatigue, insomnia, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, gastrointestinal complications (such as constipation, diarrhea, and acid reflux), weight fluctuations, and frequent infections.

claimIn genetically susceptible individuals, environmental factors such as smoking and infections induce chronic inflammation, leading to a systemic autoimmune response that causes local joint inflammation, immune cell infiltration, and cytokine release.

Acute v chronic inflammation in the body: what's the difference? cbhs.com.au CBHS 2 facts

claimSymptoms of chronic inflammation can include body pain, constant fatigue, insomnia, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, digestive problems, weight gain, and frequent infections.

quote“The symptoms of chronic inflammation can vary from body pain to constant fatigue, insomnia and infections.”

What causes chronic inflammation, and why it matters health.osu.edu The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 2 facts

claimDiseases such as diabetes, prolonged infections, and autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis can cause chronic inflammation by keeping the immune system in a persistent attack mode.

claimSymptoms of chronic inflammation can include fever, weight loss, low energy levels, frequent infections, and swollen or painful joints.

The Hidden Dangers of Inflammation—And How to Protect Yourself ... lifetimedentalnwa.com Lifetime Dental NWA 2 facts

claimNegative health effects associated with chronic inflammation include difficulty sleeping, persistent fatigue, depression, anxiety, joint pain, muscle pain, constipation, diarrhea, and repeated infections.

claimCytokines are proteins responsible for creating an immune response to fight germs and infections, but an excess of cytokines in the body creates chronic inflammation.

A Double-Edged Sword: Inflammation and Your Health - Cedars-Sinai cedars-sinai.org Cedars-Sinai 1 fact

claimInitial infections can trigger chronic inflammation, which is associated with various diseases, including inflammatory bowel disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and cancer.

Risk Factors: Chronic Inflammation - NCI - National Cancer Institute cancer.gov National Cancer Institute 1 fact

claimPotential causes of chronic inflammation include persistent infections, abnormal immune reactions to normal tissues, and conditions such as obesity.

What Is Inflammation? Types, Causes & Treatment my.clevelandclinic.org Cleveland Clinic 1 fact

claimSymptoms of chronic inflammation include abdominal pain, chest pain, fatigue, insomnia, fever, joint pain or stiffness, mouth sores, skin rash, mood disorders (depression, anxiety), gastrointestinal issues (diarrhea, constipation, acid reflux), weight changes, and frequent infections.