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What effect does inflammation have on the body?

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What effect does inflammation have on the body?

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Inflammation can have many negative effects on the body; from heart disease, to trauma, to autoimmune disorders, it can be very destructive. Watch women's health specialist Donnica Moore, MD, explain the many ways that inflammation can be damaging.

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