Why does inflamed tissue swell?

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Why does inflamed tissue swell?

2006-12-10 06:37:14 · 3 answers · asked by Jst_Fab 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries

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Fluid from damaged tissue, via crushed or damaged cells, accumulates along with chemical mediators, plasma, and lots of other cool stuff. It is a natural process that is necessary for healing.

2006-12-10 07:42:18 · answer #1 · answered by Speedracer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

they swell because of accumulation of fluids in the body tissues.

2006-12-10 06:39:04 · answer #2 · answered by jokey k 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋

because it is inflamed

2006-12-10 06:54:18 · answer #3 · answered by genrich41 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋