Understanding the type of arthritis, its causes, and management options is the first step toward living well with the condition.

When you cut your finger, or get a cold, or sprain your ankle, your immune system quickly triggers a strong inflammatory response. This is what’s called acute inflammation, meaning that it lasts for a ...

The buzzy term gets blamed for many diseases. But it isn’t all bad. Credit...Pete Gamlen Supported by By Nina Agrawal Illustrations by Pete Gamlen Inflammation has become a bit of a dirty word. We ...

Crohn’s Disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can have a profound effect on an individual’s digestive system. It causes inflammation in various parts of the digestive tract, ...

Anyone who’s ever scraped their knee on a dirty playground is familiar with the stinging inflammation that manifests soon after the injury. It’s the immune system’s effort to restrict and neutralize ...

New research is shedding light on surprising ways to reduce chronic inflammation—including suggestions as simple as flossing your teeth. From infrared saunas to meditation, there are several steps you ...

Consistent workouts can be a powerful way to fight chronic inflammation. By Danielle Friedman Next time you’re feeling the burn during a workout, it might give you a boost to know that exercise can ...

C-reactive protein (CRP) is produced by the liver in response to inflammation. High-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) testing detects low-grade, chronic inflammation and is the most validated blood test for ...

Obstructive sleep apnea promotes whole-body inflammation and weakens the body's immune system. Read about related pathways and health consequences.

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The results of a study published in the European Heart Journal indicate there is an association between lower birth weight and greater weight gain from childhood to ...