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Small amounts of fluid in the abdomen do not usually produce symptoms. Massive accumulations may cause: rapid weight gain abdominal discomfort and distention shortness of breath swollen ankles
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Abdominal distress is any pain or discomfort in the abdomen. The abdominal area is the area between your chest and groin, often referred to as the stomach region or belly. See abdominal pain , abdominal bloating , and excessive gas .
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A swollen abdomen is marked by increased abdominal girth .
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Breathing difficulties involve a sensation of difficult or uncomfortable breathing or a feeling of not getting enough air. See also difficulty breathing - first aid.
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Shortness of breath, or dyspnea, is a feeling of difficult or labored breathing that is out of proportion to the patient ' s level of physical activity. It is a symptom of a variety of different diseases or disorders and may be either acute or chronic.
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Abnormal buildup of fluid in the ankles, feet, and legs is called peripheral edema.
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Unintentional weight gain is an increase in body weight that occurs when a person takes in more calories than the body needs or uses, causing increased fat storage.
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The term overweight is used to describe an excess amount of total body weight including all tissues (fat, bone, muscle, etc.) and water.
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