Stress induces endotoxemia and low-grade inflammation by increasing barrier permeability

Chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading causes of work absence, disability and mortality worldwide. Most of these diseases are associated with low-grade inflammation. Here we hypothesize that stresses (defined as homeostatic disturbances) can induce low-grade inflammation by increas...

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Main Authors: Karin ede Punder, Leo ePruimboom
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2015-05-01
Series:Frontiers in Immunology
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fimmu.2015.00223/full