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.
verb (used with object) 1. to soak in water or other liquid, as to soften, cleanse, or extract some constituent: to steep tea in boiling-hot water; to steep reeds for basket weaving. 2. to wet thoroughly in or with a liquid; drench; saturate; imbue. 3. to immerse in or saturate or imbue with some pervading, absorbing, or stupefying influence or agency: an incident steeped in mystery.