Chronic Inflammation is a prolonged, low-grade inflammatory response that persists for months or years, often lacking the overt clinical symptoms of acute inflammation. This persistent immune activation is characterized by the simultaneous destruction and attempted healing of tissue, leading to the gradual accumulation of cellular damage and fibrosis. Clinically, it is recognized as a fundamental driver and underlying pathology for nearly all age-related and metabolic diseases.
Origin
The term combines chronic, from the Greek chronos meaning time, indicating persistence, with inflammation, from the Latin inflammare meaning to set on fire, describing the body’s reaction to injury or infection. Modern endocrinology and longevity research have highlighted its role as a silent, systemic disruptor of hormonal and metabolic balance.
Mechanism
The mechanism involves the sustained release of pro-inflammatory signaling molecules, such as cytokines and chemokines, often triggered by persistent irritants like visceral adiposity, gut dysbiosis, or chronic psychological stress. This continuous signaling disrupts normal tissue homeostasis, leading to insulin resistance, endothelial dysfunction, and accelerated telomere shortening. Addressing the root cause is essential for mitigating its systemic pathological effects.
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