Inflammation is characterized by swelling redness and warmth and it is a vital part of the body’s immune response. Without an inflammatory response infections wounds and any damage to tissue would not be able to heal and coul become deadly” explains Pavithra N Raj Chief Dietician – Nutrition And Dietetics Columbia Asia Referral Hospital – Yeshwanthpur. Read: 5 natural remedies to get rid of pain and inflammation “Depending on whether the reaction is acute or chronic the symptoms of inflammation vary” says Pavithra N Raj who also lists out the symptoms. Watch out for the symptoms listed below. Symptoms of inflammation include: