Inflammation
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A bodily response in which white blood cells and other immune cell protect your body from disease or injury.
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DiseaseAn abnormal condition in the body causing harm.
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CellThe tiny building blocks which make up the organs and tissues of the body.
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AcetaminophenA common, over-the-counter drug used to reduce fever and relieve mild to moderate pain, but which does not reduce redness or swelling (inflammation).
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BunionA bump of bone or tissue that forms at the big toe joint, causing inflammation and considerable pain.