A characteristic feature of apoptosis is that the cellular contents that are biologically active
are always surrounded by the cell membrane throughout the entire process. Thus the
apoptotic cells are eliminated calmly and quickly without evoking inflammation. In allergic
inflammation activated eosinophils and lymphocytes have been known to accumulate at the
site of inflammation at least in part because of their prolonged survival. Corticosteroids are
the most potent anti-inflammatory agent used for treating asthma. They inhibit the prolonged …