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Infection

Last Updated: May 14, 2012

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Infection- Invasion of the body tissues by microbial agents or parasites other than insects. The host normally fights the infection  with an innate response, which involves inflammation. After inflammation, their is usually an adaptive response by the host. Pharmaceuticals are often used to help fight the infection.

 

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