Although Inflammation Helps Fight Infections,persistent Inflammation Heightens the Risk of

question 45

Multiple Choice

Although inflammation helps fight infections,persistent inflammation heightens the risk of

• A) asthma.
• B) clogged arteries.
• C) depression.
• D) all of these problems.

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Definitions:

OTC Drugs

Medications that can be bought without a prescription, typically for the treatment of minor health problems.

Dietary Supplements

Vitamins, minerals, herbals, and other substances taken by mouth without a prescription to promote health and well-being.

Herbal Remedies

Treatments made from plants, herbs, and their extracts, used in traditional and alternative medicine to prevent or cure health issues.

Osteomalacia

A softening of the bones due to a deficiency of vitamin D or calcium, leading to fractures and deformity.