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Questions tagged 'Infection'

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Ryan Schmidt

Feb 16, 2025

Phagocytes that clear away dead cells and debris as an infection subsides are called

Phagocytes that are responsible for clearing away dead cells and debris as an infection subsides are known as macrophages.

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Anonymous

Jan 09, 2025

Cartilage Piercing Throbbing?

I got my cartilage pierced for the first time five days ago. Until now, I have experienced no pain, but this morning, I woke up to find that it was painfully throbbing. The area is not swollen and onl...

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Anonymous

Jan 05, 2025

Is my lip piercing infected? What are the steps to cure them? (Picture in link)?

I got a piercing on my lower lip six weeks ago. Initially, it was healing quickly, and I didn’t feel any pain. However, about a week ago, I noticed a small bump forming on the outside of the piercing....

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Anonymous

Dec 17, 2024

The skin mainly protects the body against infection by a) secreting sweat. b) serving as a barrier. c) producing antibodies. d) stimulating

The skin plays a crucial role in protecting the body against infection. Which of the following statements best describes how the skin achieves this protection? a) By secreting sweat. b) By serving as...