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Pain and fever are both identified as common clinical symptoms of acute inflammation [1], [2] and are recognized as indicators of potential infection at an incision site [3] or within a wound [4].

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Understanding chronic inflammation: Causes, symptoms and ... uhc.com UnitedHealthcare 1 fact

claimAcute inflammation, which is short-term, may manifest as fever, swelling, or mild pain and typically lasts only a few hours or days.

Healthy vs. Infected Wounds: A Clinician's Guide - Net Health nethealth.com Net Health 1 fact

referenceInfected wounds exhibit specific clinical characteristics: delayed healing or wound breakdown, friable or discolored granulation tissue, purulent drainage (yellow or green with potential foul odor), increased tissue hardening (induration), increased pain and tenderness, redness/swelling/warmth extending beyond wound margins, and potential systemic symptoms like fever, chills, or malaise.

The 4 Stages of Wound Healing and Your Role in the Process essentiahealth.org General Surgery Team · Essentia Health 1 fact

claimWhile a small amount of inflammation is normal during the healing process, symptoms such as pus, pain, a bad smell, fever, or chills may indicate an infection at the incision site.

Inflammation: Types, symptoms, causes, and treatment medicalnewstoday.com Medical News Today 1 fact

claimAcute inflammation is characterized by symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling, heat, and loss of function, though it can also present as 'silent' inflammation or cause systemic symptoms like fatigue and fever.