Is Silver Anti-Inflammatory? Deciphering the Science of Silver in Medicine
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While silver has been used for medical purposes for thousands of years, modern research, particularly involving silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), has revealed specific anti-inflammatory effects, especially in topical applications for wounds and inflammation. However, the anti-inflammatory action is not universal across all forms of silver and depends heavily on factors like particle size, concentration, and context.