Things to know about Pain and Inflammation Flashcards

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Pain - medicating chemicals

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substance P, Prostaglandins, Bradykinis, Histamine, Natural pain killers: serotonin, enkephalins, endorphins

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What is gout?

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overproduction of uric acid or an ability to excrete uric acid results in uric acid crystals to deposit in synovial joint lining: pain and inflammation of the joint

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