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Chronic inflammation is frequently linked to autoimmune diseases as both a potential cause and a clinical manifestation, as evidenced by its inclusion in lists of associated conditions [1], [2] and its role as a diagnostic marker in diseases like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis [3], [4].
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Should you be tested for inflammation? health.harvard.edu 2 facts
claimMedical tests for inflammation cannot distinguish between acute inflammation, which may develop with a cold, pneumonia, or an injury, and chronic inflammation, which may accompany diabetes, obesity, or an autoimmune disease.
claimCommon causes of silent chronic inflammation that should be screened for through routine health care include excess weight, diabetes, cardiovascular disease (including heart attacks and stroke), hepatitis C and other chronic infections, and autoimmune disease.
Chronic Inflammation - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf ncbi.nlm.nih.gov 1 fact
claimChronic inflammation is associated with multiple diseases, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, malignancy, autoimmune disease, and chronic hepatic and renal disease.
What causes chronic inflammation, and why it matters health.osu.edu 1 fact
claimIf chronic inflammation is caused by an autoimmune disease such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, treatment may require medications to lower immune system activity.