Hydrogen Sulfide and its Interaction with Other Players in Inflammation.

Hydrogen sulfide (HS) plays a vital role in human physiology and in the pathophysiology of several diseases. In addition, a substantial role of HS in inflammation has emerged. This chapter will discuss the involvement of HS in various inflammatory diseases. Furthermore, the contribution of reactive oxygen species (ROS), adhesion molecules, and leukocyte recruitment in HS-mediated inflammation will be discussed. The interrelationship of HS with other gasotransmitters in inflammation will also be examined. There is mixed literature on the contribution of HS to inflammation due to studies reporting both pro- and anti-inflammatory actions. These apparent discrepancies in the literature could be resolved with further studies.