Dilation of the blood vessels around a wound or injury that serves to increase blood flow to the region and help fight off infectious agents is called ______.

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Dilation of blood vessels around a wound or injury is one of the classic signs of inflammation. Inflammation is a normal response of the body to injury, infection, or tissue damage. It serves to bring immune cells and nutrients to the site of injury, promote healing, and fight off infectious agents. Swelling, laceration, and trauma are all associated with inflammation, but they are not the exact term used for dilation of blood vessels.

Dilation of the Blood Vessels Around a Wound or Injury