What Are the Common Histological Changes Due to Pollution?
Pollution can cause a myriad of histological changes in tissues. These changes often include:
Cellular necrosis: Exposure to pollutants can lead to cell death, visible as areas of necrosis under the microscope. Inflammation: Many pollutants trigger inflammatory responses, characterized by the presence of immune cells such as lymphocytes and macrophages. Fibrosis: Chronic exposure to pollutants can result in tissue fibrosis, where excessive connective tissue develops, disrupting normal tissue architecture. DNA damage: Pollutants can cause mutations and structural changes in DNA, which can be observed through histological markers.
