Chronic inflammation Flashcards
1
Q
Difference between acute and chronic inflammation
A
Acute - initial response
Chronic - persistent inflammation taking place alongside healing
2
Q
How does chronic inflammation arise
A
progression from acute inflammation
following repeated episodes of acute inflammation
3
Q
What is the process of chronic inflammation
A
Process of tissue destruction taking place alongside healing and repair (processes should be considered together)
4
Q
Features of chronic inflammation
mixture of ….
production of…..
A
tissue destruction + ulceration
mix of macrophages, plasma cells and lymphocytes
production of new fibrous tissue through granulation tissue formation
5
Q
What is a granuloma
A
collection of activated macrophages
some have particular oral significance
