These 5 signs & symptoms are the trademarks of inflammation
What are redness, heat, swelling, pain, and loss of function
This bodily reaction is nonspecific, protective, and a coordinated response to an injurious agent or disease
What is inflammation
This line of defense deals with mechanical barriers & body secretions that secrete enzymes or chemicals to inactivate or destroy potentially damaging material
What is the 1st line of defense