The Discoloration and Swelling That Occurs with a Muscle Strain

Question

The discoloration and swelling that occurs with a muscle strain is due to
A)excess myofibrils.
B)separated tendons.
C)severed nerves.
D)ruptured blood vessels.

Accepted Answer

The discoloration and swelling that occurs with a muscle strain is due to ruptured blood vessels. Bleeding from the damaged blood vessels causes the discoloration and pooling of blood leads to the swelling in the affected area.