noun
a localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful, especially as a reaction to injury or infection.
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The patient's blood tests showed high levels of inflammation in their body.
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My ankle is swollen and red, must be some inflammation going on.
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I can't believe how much inflammation I have after that workout, it's killing me.
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The inflammation of rumors spread quickly throughout the small town.