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Through expression of cytokines such as TNF-α, macrophages induce metabolic dysfunction in adipocytes, while through expression of pro-inflammatory adipokines such as leptin, adipocytes induce further inflammatory responses in macrophages. These complex interactions form the basis of a positive feedback loop which perpetuates inflammation and metabolic dysfunction in adipose tissue.
