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What are Common Histological Features of Infected Tissues?

Histological features of infected tissues often include:
Inflammation: The body's response to infection, characterized by the presence of immune cells like neutrophils, lymphocytes, and macrophages.
Necrosis: Tissue death caused by the destructive effects of the pathogen or the immune response.
Edema: Accumulation of fluid in the interstitial spaces due to increased vascular permeability.
Granulomas: Aggregates of macrophages formed in response to chronic infections such as tuberculosis.
Abscesses: Pockets of pus formed due to localized infections.

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