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7 years ago
What occurs during an inflammatory response and fever?  Why is each beneficial?
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7 years ago
The inflammatory response ( inflammation) occurs when tissues are injured by bacteria, trauma, toxins, heat, or any other cause. The damaged cells release chemicals including histamine, bradykinin, and prostaglandins. These chemicals cause blood vessels to leak fluid into the tissues, causing swelling
Fever can support the immune system's attempt to gain advantage over infectious agents, such as viruses and bacteria, and it makes the body less favorable as a host for replicating viruses and bacteria, which are temperature sensitive. The hypothalamus, which sits at the base of the brain, acts as the body's thermostat.
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