Why Is It Swollen More on the Third Day Than the Second Day After a Sprain?

1. Normal disease progression: After a sprain, local soft tissue will suffer contusion, which may lead to the extravasation of tissue fluid. If a large amount of tissue fluid extravasates, edema may worsen three days after the injury. At this time, a hot towel or hot water bag can be used for hot compresses on the affected area to promote the absorption of tissue fluid and facilitate swelling reduction.

2. Improper care: Failing to pay attention to enhanced care after an injury, engaging in premature ambulation, or keeping the injured foot in a dangling position for a long time may lead to poor local blood circulation, which is not conducive to swelling reduction. Care should be strengthened, and the injured foot should be avoided as much as possible, but the injured limb should also be elevated to facilitate swelling reduction.

3. Inflammatory infection: Inflammatory infection may also occur after an injury. Stimulated by inflammatory factors, soft tissue may secrete a large amount of inflammatory substances, which may also lead to worsened edema. In this case, you can take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor, such as Celecoxib Capsules, Diclofenac Sodium Sustained-Release Tablets, and Ibuprofen Sustained-Release Capsules. It may also be caused by fractures and other reasons.

After a sprain, timely treatment at a formal hospital is necessary to avoid delaying the condition.