pathophysiology of acute Infection

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  • Created by: ElaineT29
  • Created on: 19-10-22 13:20

pathophysiology of acute Infection

Causes

  • increased blood flow to area
  • vessels become leaky and fluid moves to tissues
  • odema causes pressure
  • the swelling and pain can reduce movement etc
  • increased blood flow to area

Effects

  • Redness
  • swelling
  • pain
  • loss of function
  • heat

Overall summary

There are 5 main symptoms of infection to look out for. 

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