How Does Aspirin Act to Decrease the Symptoms of Inflammation

Question

How does aspirin act to decrease the symptoms of inflammation?
A) it acts as an antiprostaglandin.
B) it is an antitoxoid for most microbial toxins.
C) it prevents complement activation.
D) it interferes with the action of interferons.
E) it blocks the release of histamine.

Accepted Answer

Aspirin acts as an antiprostaglandin by inhibiting the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX), which is responsible for the production of prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are hormone-like substances that cause inflammation, pain, and fever. By inhibiting their production, aspirin can decrease the symptoms of inflammation.