Jessica Biel, MD

Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, heat, swelling, pain, and sometimes loss of function. This response is triggered by the immune system’s attempt to protect the body and promote healing. The immune system’s response is crucial for eliminating the initial cause of cell injury, clearing out damaged cells and tissues, and initiating the healing process. As Dr. William Cole, a renowned expert in immunology, notes, “Inflammation is a defensive response that aims to remove harmful stimuli and start the recovery process.”