Colonization of the stomach by H. pylori can result in chronic gastritis, an inflammation of the stomach lining, at the site of infection. Helicobacter cysteine-rich proteins (Hcp), particularly HcpA (hp0211), are known to trigger an immune response, causing inflammation.
imbues; imbued; imbuing. Learner's definition of IMBUE. [+ object] : to cause (someone or something) to be deeply affected by a feeling or to have a certain quality. A feeling of optimism imbues her works. His war experiences imbued in him [=caused him to feel] a strong sense of patriotism.
symÂ·bol. n. 1. a. Something that represents something else by association, resemblance, or convention, especially a material object used to represent something invisible: The lamb is a symbol of innocence.. something used for or regarded as representing something else, esp. a material object representing something immaterial; emblem or sign. 2. a letter, figure, or other conventional mark designating an object, quantity, operation, function, etc., as in mathematics or chemistry.