The study focused on rare DNA damage-repair (DDR) disorders, including Ataxia-Telangiectasia (A-T) and Bloom syndrome. These ...

For decades, scientists understood inducible nitric oxide synthase, or iNOS, as a one-trick enzyme. Its job was to churn out nitric oxide, a reactive molecule the immune system uses to kill bacteria ...

Short-term exposure to higher heat may increase inflammation and interfere with normal immune system functions in the body, which may, in turn, increase susceptibility to infections and accelerate the ...

Inflammatory markers can indicate treatment efficacy and predict super-responder status in patients with psoriasis treated with biologics, according to one study. Blood count–derived inflammatory ...

Whenever there is a wound or infection, the body produces an inflammatory response. This is the body's first line of defense, and macrophages—cells of the innate immune system—play a key role: first, ...

Inflammatory activity in rheumatoid arthritis is linked to specific cognitive impairments, such as diminished visuospatial abilities, recall, abstract thinking, and executive functions, including ...

Long-term (chronic) inflammation in your body has been linked with several types of cancer, in addition to other serious conditions. One recent study found that 20% of cancer-related deaths were ...

Swapping soda and processed meats for green tea, fatty fish, and nutrient-dense nuts can reduce inflammation and improve overall health. An anti-inflammatory diet is essential for reducing chronic ...

Inflammation has become somewhat of a wellness buzzword in recent years. It's often used as a scapegoat for a myriad of vague health problems: fatigue, bloating, acne, weight gain, brain fog. The list ...