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An infection is a condition caused by the presence of harmful agents, as evidenced by the body's inflammatory response to pathogens [1] and the immune system's effort to fight off these pathogens during an infection [2]. Furthermore, diagnostic procedures for suspected infections specifically involve identifying the causative pathogens present in the affected area [3].
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How to tell if a wound is healing or infected - OSF HealthCare osfhealthcare.org 1 fact
claimFever and chills are signs of a potential infection, as the body fights off pathogens when a temperature is present.
How to reduce inflammation in the body - MD Anderson Cancer Center mdanderson.org 1 fact
claimInflammation is the body's natural protective response to injury, infection, or harmful stimuli such as pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants, with the purpose of eliminating the cause of harm, removing damaged tissue, and starting the healing process.
Wound Inflammation lakecountyin.gov 1 fact
claimDiagnostic testing for wound inflammation includes wound cultures to identify causative pathogens if infection is suspected, and blood tests to assess for systemic inflammation, infection, or underlying conditions affecting healing.