{"id":12608,"date":"2023-04-05T18:40:20","date_gmt":"2023-04-05T18:40:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/?p=12608"},"modified":"2023-04-06T17:32:01","modified_gmt":"2023-04-06T17:32:01","slug":"is-inflammation-harming-your-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2023\/04\/05\/is-inflammation-harming-your-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Inflammation Harming Your Health?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12610 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/04\/iStock-1310226894-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Is Inflammation Holding You Back?\" width=\"700\" height=\"468\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/04\/iStock-1310226894-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/04\/iStock-1310226894-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/04\/iStock-1310226894-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/04\/iStock-1310226894-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/04\/iStock-1310226894-2048x1368.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2023\/04\/iStock-1310226894-1200x801.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2023\/04\/05\/is-inflammation-holding-you-back\/#espanol\">Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Inflammation is a trending topic in nutrition and managing it properly is important to your health.<\/p>\n<p>Inflammation is a normal immune response that occurs when the body is trying to protect itself from harm. During this response, your body sends white blood cells to fight infection, which increases blood flow to the affected area to help support healing.<\/p>\n<p>While the inflammatory process can be beneficial in helping your body heal effectively, inflammation can lead to a range of health problems if left unchecked.<\/p>\n<p>There are two types of inflammation: acute and chronic.<\/p>\n<h3>Acute Inflammation<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cAcute inflammation is usually easy to recognize,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/david-feinstein-do\">David Feinstein, DO<\/a>, Head, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/rheumatology\">Division of Rheumatology<\/a> at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/\">Cooper University Health Care<\/a>. \u201cIt&#8217;s the pain and swelling you feel when you twist your ankle or the redness and warmth around an infected cut. It can also leave you feeling tired, feverish, and just not \u2018well.\u2019 These are signs that your immune system is in overdrive, taking up energy and leaving little to fuel other activities. These symptoms usually last a few days to a few weeks.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Treatment for acute inflammation depends on the cause. In some cases, ice plus over-the-counter medications, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, will reduce pain and swelling. Your health care provider may prescribe antibiotics for infections. If you&#8217;ve been injured, your doctor may also recommend rest and physical therapy to help heal the affected area.<\/p>\n<h3>Chronic Inflammation<\/h3>\n<p>Chronic inflammation can develop for no apparent reason and last for years, or even decades. Unlike acute inflammation, chronic inflammation causes harm to the body rather than repairing it. It is often caused by an underlying health condition, such as an autoimmune disorder or a chronic infection.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOver time, chronic inflammation can damage tissues and organs and contribute to the development of various chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune disorders,\u201d Dr. Feinstein explains.<\/p>\n<p>Chronic inflammation symptoms include fatigue and pain and are often associated with conditions such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Allergies<\/li>\n<li>Arthritis and other joint diseases<\/li>\n<li>Cancer<\/li>\n<li>Cardiovascular disease<\/li>\n<li>Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)<\/li>\n<li>Diabetes<\/li>\n<li>Psoriasis<\/li>\n<li>Rheumatoid arthritis<\/li>\n<li>Gastrointestinal concerns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What causes chronic inflammation?<\/h3>\n<p>Chronic inflammation develops when the body cannot break down the pathogens it is exposed to on a daily basis or because of health factors.<\/p>\n<p>Some known causes of inflammation include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Environmental factors, such as exposure to pollution, chemicals, and other toxins<\/li>\n<li>Chronic infection, such as hepatitis C and Lyme disease<\/li>\n<li>Autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and celiac disease<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Lifestyle factors that contribute to inflammation include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Drinking too much alcohol<\/li>\n<li>Excess weight<\/li>\n<li>Too little or too much exercise<\/li>\n<li>Smoking<\/li>\n<li>Chronic stress<\/li>\n<li>Unhealthy diet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The following foods are known to cause inflammation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Refined carbohydrates, such as white bread and pastry<\/li>\n<li>Fried foods<\/li>\n<li>Soda and other sugar-sweetened beverages, and beverages containing aspartame<\/li>\n<li>Red meat and processed meat<\/li>\n<li>Margarine, shortening, and lard<\/li>\n<li>Vegetable oils high in omega-6 (canola, corn, safflower, sunflower, and peanut oils)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Can inflammation be treated?<\/h3>\n<p>Depending on your overall health, the medications you are taking, and the severity of your symptoms, treatment can include healthy diet, medication, rest, and exercise. Your health care provider may suggest taking certain vitamins, supplements, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, aspirin, or naproxen. If you experience joint inflammation, steroid injections can provide relief, although surgery is sometimes necessary.<\/p>\n<h3>Foods that fight inflammation<\/h3>\n<p>Some research indicates that following an anti-inflammatory diet can help prevent and reverse inflammation. Such a diet would contain foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, and antioxidants. Vitamins B6, C, D, and E also have anti-inflammatory properties.<\/p>\n<p>Good sources of these vitamins and other anti-inflammatory elements include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fatty fish, including salmon, mackerel, tuna, and sardines<\/li>\n<li>Fruits, especially strawberries, blueberries, cherries, and oranges<\/li>\n<li>Green leafy vegetables, such as spinach, kale, and collards<\/li>\n<li>Nuts, such as almonds and walnuts<\/li>\n<li>Olive oil<\/li>\n<li>Tomatoes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Lifestyle changes can also help reduce inflammation and improve overall health. Making healthy lifestyle choices, such as maintaining a balanced diet, exercising regularly, managing stress, taking steps to quit smoking, and limiting alcohol intake can help to reduce the risk of chronic inflammation and its associated health problems.<\/p>\n<h3>When should I call my health care provider?<\/h3>\n<p>Autoimmune disorders can be frustrating because symptoms can be vague and vary widely from person to person. Additionally, the symptoms of autoimmune disorders can be similar to those of other conditions, making it challenging to differentiate between them.<\/p>\n<p>Another factor that makes autoimmune disorders difficult to diagnose is that many of them are rare, which means that doctors may not have seen many cases and may not be familiar with their symptoms. This can lead to misdiagnosis or a delay in diagnosis.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt Cooper, our rheumatologists are board certified and have special training in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of autoimmune diseases and types of arthritis,\u201d Dr. Feinstein says. \u201cThis expertise, paired with our depth of experience treating patients with rheumatologic conditions, leads to a high level of care.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>To diagnose an autoimmune disorder, doctors will typically perform a series of tests, including blood tests to measure levels of specific antibodies and other markers of inflammation, imaging tests to look for signs of inflammation or damage to specific organs, and biopsies to examine tissue samples for signs of inflammation.<\/p>\n<p>Although autoimmune disorders can be challenging to diagnose because of their complex and varied symptoms, we work with patients to create personalized treatment plans to manage pain, reduce inflammation, and enhance quality of life,\u201d Dr. Feinstein says.<\/p>\n<p>Talk to your health care provider about ongoing pain, swelling, stiffness, fatigue, or other symptoms that don&#8217;t seem to go away. A break in the skin that becomes very red or begins to drain may indicate an infection that needs attention. A medical professional can assess your condition and find ways to help you feel better.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/rheumatology\">Click here<\/a> to learn more about the Division of Rheumatology at Cooper and the many conditions we treat. To make an appointment with a rheumatology specialist, call <a href=\"tel:8008266737\">800.8.COOPER<\/a> (<a href=\"tel:8008266737\">800.826.6737<\/a>) or use our <a href=\"https:\/\/request.cooperhealth.org\/request.php?source=ehealth_blog\">online form<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"espanol\"><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>\u00bfLa inflamaci\u00f3n est\u00e1 da\u00f1ando su salud?<\/h2>\n<p>La inflamaci\u00f3n es un tema de moda en nutrici\u00f3n y manejarla adecuadamente es importante para tu salud.<\/p>\n<p>La inflamaci\u00f3n es una respuesta inmune normal que ocurre cuando el cuerpo est\u00e1 tratando de protegerse del da\u00f1o. Durante esta respuesta, su cuerpo env\u00eda gl\u00f3bulos blancos para combatir la infecci\u00f3n, lo que aumenta el flujo de sangre al \u00e1rea afectada para ayudar a la curaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n<p>Si bien el proceso inflamatorio puede ser beneficioso para ayudar a su cuerpo a sanar de manera efectiva, la inflamaci\u00f3n puede provocar una variedad de problemas de salud si no se controla.<\/p>\n<p>Hay dos tipos de inflamaci\u00f3n: aguda y cr\u00f3nica.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Inflamaci\u00f3n aguda<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;La inflamaci\u00f3n aguda suele ser f\u00e1cil de reconocer&#8221;, dice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/david-feinstein-do\">David Feinstein, DO<\/a>, Jefe de la <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/rheumatology\">Divisi\u00f3n de Reumatolog\u00eda<\/a> de <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/\">Cooper University Health Care<\/a>. \u201cEs el dolor y la hinchaz\u00f3n que siente cuando se tuerce el tobillo o el enrojecimiento y el calor alrededor de un corte infectado. Tambi\u00e9n puede hacer que se sienta cansado, con fiebre y simplemente no &#8220;bien&#8221;. Estos son signos de que su sistema inmunol\u00f3gico est\u00e1 a toda marcha, consumiendo energ\u00eda y dejando poco para alimentar otras actividades. Estos s\u00edntomas suelen durar de unos d\u00edas a unas pocas semanas\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>El tratamiento para la inflamaci\u00f3n aguda depende de la causa. En algunos casos, el hielo m\u00e1s los medicamentos de venta libre, como el ibuprofeno o el paracetamol, reducir\u00e1n el dolor y la hinchaz\u00f3n. Su proveedor de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica puede recetarle antibi\u00f3ticos para las infecciones. Si ha resultado lesionado, su m\u00e9dico tambi\u00e9n puede recomendarle reposo y fisioterapia para ayudar a sanar el \u00e1rea afectada.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Inflamaci\u00f3n cr\u00f3nica<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>La inflamaci\u00f3n cr\u00f3nica puede desarrollarse sin motivo aparente y durar a\u00f1os, o incluso d\u00e9cadas, si no se controla. A diferencia de la inflamaci\u00f3n aguda, la inflamaci\u00f3n cr\u00f3nica causa da\u00f1o al cuerpo en lugar de repararlo. A menudo es causado por una condici\u00f3n de salud subyacente, como un trastorno autoinmune o una infecci\u00f3n cr\u00f3nica.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCon el tiempo, la inflamaci\u00f3n cr\u00f3nica puede da\u00f1ar los tejidos y los \u00f3rganos y contribuir al desarrollo de varias enfermedades cr\u00f3nicas, incluidas las enfermedades card\u00edacas, la diabetes, el c\u00e1ncer y los trastornos autoinmunes\u201d, explica el Dr. Feinstein.<\/p>\n<p>Los s\u00edntomas de la inflamaci\u00f3n cr\u00f3nica tambi\u00e9n pueden incluir fatiga y dolor y, a menudo, se asocian con afecciones como:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Alergias<\/li>\n<li>Artritis y otras enfermedades de las articulaciones.<\/li>\n<li>C\u00e1ncer<\/li>\n<li>Enfermedad cardiovascular<\/li>\n<li>Enfermedad Pulmonar Obstructiva Cr\u00f3nica (EPOC)<\/li>\n<li>Diabetes<\/li>\n<li>Soriasis<\/li>\n<li>Artritis reumatoide<\/li>\n<li>Preocupaciones gastrointestinales<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00bfQu\u00e9 causa la inflamaci\u00f3n cr\u00f3nica?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>La inflamaci\u00f3n cr\u00f3nica se desarrolla cuando el cuerpo no puede descomponer los pat\u00f3genos a los que est\u00e1 expuesto diariamente o debido a factores de salud.<\/p>\n<p>Algunas causas conocidas de inflamaci\u00f3n incluyen:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Factores ambientales, como la exposici\u00f3n a la contaminaci\u00f3n, productos qu\u00edmicos y otras toxinas.<\/li>\n<li>Infecci\u00f3n cr\u00f3nica, como la hepatitis C y la enfermedad de Lyme<\/li>\n<li>Trastornos autoinmunitarios, como la artritis reumatoide, el lupus y la enfermedad cel\u00edaca<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Los factores del estilo de vida que contribuyen a la inflamaci\u00f3n incluyen:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Beber demasiado alcohol<\/li>\n<li>Sobrepeso<\/li>\n<li>Muy poco o demasiado ejercicio<\/li>\n<li>De fumar<\/li>\n<li>Estr\u00e9s cr\u00f3nico<\/li>\n<li>Dieta no saludable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Se sabe que los siguientes alimentos causan inflamaci\u00f3n:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hidratos de carbono refinados, como el pan blanco y la reposter\u00eda<\/li>\n<li>Comida frita<\/li>\n<li>Refrescos y otras bebidas azucaradas, y bebidas que contienen aspartamo<\/li>\n<li>Carne roja y carne procesada<\/li>\n<li>Margarina, manteca vegetal y manteca de cerdo<\/li>\n<li>Aceites vegetales ricos en omega-6 (aceites de canola, ma\u00edz, c\u00e1rtamo, girasol y man\u00ed)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00bfSe puede tratar la inflamaci\u00f3n?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Seg\u00fan su salud general, los medicamentos que est\u00e9 tomando y la gravedad de sus s\u00edntomas, el tratamiento puede incluir medicamentos, descanso y ejercicio. Su proveedor de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica puede sugerirle que tome ciertas vitaminas, suplementos o medicamentos antiinflamatorios no esteroideos (AINE), como ibuprofeno, aspirina o naproxeno. Si experimenta inflamaci\u00f3n de las articulaciones, las inyecciones de esteroides pueden brindarle alivio, aunque a veces es necesaria la cirug\u00eda.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Alimentos que combaten la inflamaci\u00f3n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Algunas investigaciones indican que seguir una dieta antiinflamatoria puede ayudar a prevenir y revertir la inflamaci\u00f3n. Tal dieta contendr\u00eda alimentos ricos en \u00e1cidos grasos omega-3, magnesio y antioxidantes. Las vitaminas B6, C, D y E tambi\u00e9n tienen propiedades antiinflamatorias.<\/p>\n<p>Buenas fuentes de estas vitaminas y otros elementos antiinflamatorios incluyen:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pescados grasos, incluidos el salm\u00f3n, la caballa, el at\u00fan y las sardinas<\/li>\n<li>Frutas, especialmente fresas, ar\u00e1ndanos, cerezas y naranjas.<\/li>\n<li>Verduras de hoja verde, como espinacas, col rizada y coles<\/li>\n<li>Frutos secos, como almendras y nueces.<\/li>\n<li>Aceite de oliva<\/li>\n<li>Tomates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Los cambios en el estilo de vida tambi\u00e9n pueden ayudar a reducir la inflamaci\u00f3n y mejorar la salud en general. Tomar decisiones de estilo de vida saludable, como mantener una dieta balanceada, hacer ejercicio regularmente, controlar el estr\u00e9s, tomar medidas para dejar de fumar y limitar el consumo de alcohol puede ayudar a reducir el riesgo de inflamaci\u00f3n cr\u00f3nica y sus problemas de salud asociados.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00bfCu\u00e1ndo debo llamar a mi proveedor de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Los trastornos autoinmunes pueden ser frustrantes porque los s\u00edntomas pueden ser vagos y var\u00edan mucho de una persona a otra. Adem\u00e1s, los s\u00edntomas de los trastornos autoinmunes pueden ser similares a los de otras afecciones, lo que dificulta diferenciarlos.<\/p>\n<p>Otro factor que hace que los trastornos autoinmunes sean dif\u00edciles de diagnosticar es que muchos de ellos son raros, lo que significa que es posible que los m\u00e9dicos no hayan visto muchos casos y que no est\u00e9n familiarizados con sus s\u00edntomas. Esto puede conducir a un diagn\u00f3stico err\u00f3neo o a un retraso en el diagn\u00f3stico.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEn Cooper, nuestros reumat\u00f3logos est\u00e1n certificados por la junta y tienen capacitaci\u00f3n especial en el diagn\u00f3stico y tratamiento de una amplia gama de enfermedades autoinmunes y tipos de artritis\u201d, dice el Dr. Feinstein. \u201cEsta experiencia, junto con nuestra profunda experiencia en el tratamiento de pacientes con afecciones reumatol\u00f3gicas, conduce a un alto nivel de atenci\u00f3n\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Para diagnosticar un trastorno autoinmune, los m\u00e9dicos generalmente realizar\u00e1n una serie de pruebas, que incluyen an\u00e1lisis de sangre para medir los niveles de anticuerpos espec\u00edficos y otros marcadores de inflamaci\u00f3n, pruebas de im\u00e1genes para buscar signos de inflamaci\u00f3n o da\u00f1o en \u00f3rganos espec\u00edficos y biopsias para examinar muestras de tejido. en busca de signos de inflamaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n<p>Aunque los trastornos autoinmunes pueden ser dif\u00edciles de diagnosticar debido a sus s\u00edntomas complejos y variados, trabajamos con los pacientes para crear planes de tratamiento personalizados para controlar el dolor, reducir la inflamaci\u00f3n y mejorar la calidad de vida\u201d, dice el Dr. Feinstein.<\/p>\n<p>Hable con su proveedor de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica sobre el dolor continuo, la hinchaz\u00f3n, la rigidez, la fatiga u otros s\u00edntomas que no parecen desaparecer. Una herida en la piel que se vuelve muy roja o comienza a supurar puede indicar una infecci\u00f3n que necesita atenci\u00f3n. Un profesional m\u00e9dico puede evaluar su condici\u00f3n y encontrar maneras de ayudarlo a sentirse mejor.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/rheumatology\">Haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a> para obtener m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n sobre la Divisi\u00f3n de Reumatolog\u00eda de Cooper y las diversas afecciones que tratamos. Para programar una cita con un especialista en reumatolog\u00eda, llame al <a href=\"tel:8008266737\">800.8.COOPER<\/a> (<a href=\"tel:8008266737\">800.826.6737<\/a>) o use nuestro <a href=\"https:\/\/request.cooperhealth.org\/request.php\">formulario en l\u00ednea<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed Inflammation is a trending topic in nutrition and managing it properly is important to your health. 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