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Pro-Aging

Meaning

Pro-Aging, in the clinical context, describes a physiological state or set of processes that actively accelerate the rate of biological decline, leading to premature senescence, reduced functional reserve, and an increased susceptibility to age-related diseases. This is distinct from normal, healthy aging, as it is characterized by chronic low-grade inflammation (inflammaging), persistent hormonal dysregulation, and accelerated cellular damage, often driven by detrimental lifestyle and environmental factors. Identifying and reversing Pro-Aging mechanisms is a primary focus of longevity medicine and preventative endocrinology.