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Ascites is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen.Rapidly developing(acute) ascites can occur as a complication of trauma, perforated ulcer, appendicitis, or inflammation of the colon or other tube-shaped orga... |
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Symptoms
Small amounts of fluid in the abdomen do not usually produce symptoms. Massive accumulations may cause: rapid weigh...
Causes
The two most important factors in the production of ascites due to chronic liver disease are:.Low levels of albumin i...
Tests
Skin stretches tightly across an abdomen that contains large amounts of fluid. The navel bulges or lies flat, and th...
Treatments
Reclining minimizes the amount of salt the kidneys absorb, so treatment generally starts with bed rest and a low-salt...
Alternative Therapies
Dietary alterations, focused on reducing salt intake, should be a part of the treatment. In less severe cases, herba...
Complications
Small amounts of fluid in the abdomen do not usually produce symptoms. Massive accumulations may cause: rapid weigh...
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