Ascites Overview

Ascites Guide

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Definition

Ascites is excess fluid in the space between the tissues lining the abdomen and abdominal organs (the peritoneal cavity).


Causes

Ascites is typically caused by liver disease . Disorders that may be associated with ascites include:


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In medicine , ascites is an accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity. Although most commonly due to cirrhosis and severe liver disease, its presence can portend other significant medical problems. Diagnosis of the cause is usually with blood tests, an ultrasound scan of the abdomen and direct removal of the fluid by needle or paracentesis . Treatment may be with medication , paracentesis or other treatments directed at the...


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Is it possible to get ascites from protein deficiency alone?
I'm familiar with ascites because I knew someone who had it. I've read that it...

I realize this doesn't directly answer your question but may provide some insight. Ascites is commonly seen in chronic alcoholism.

Asked by dancing crayons - 8 months ago

is there a homeopathic remedy for ascites in cats?
My cat has been diagnosed with a liver tumor, and has ascites(abdominal fluid)....is there a...

It is not easy to find a homeopathic veterinarian or a veterinary homeopath. Are you sure you know what homeopathy is? It is a totally different approach than regular veterinary...

Asked by betsy m - 14 months ago

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  • Ascites and ovarian cancer - 2 replies

    that anyone should have to be in pain .There have been people that have had the ascites clear up the ascites. Best of luck to you mom and the entire family . Pam

    Aug 26, 2008

  • ascites with constipation for 12 days in 60 years old... - 2 replies

    i wanna know what is the possible causes and management of a 60 yr old lady with ascites ascites is. But I do know that constipation can be caused by many things, especially...

    Jul 24, 2008

  • Does ascites mean it's the end? iMedix - 2 replies

    diagnosed she already has mild ascites. Does that mean her cancer is metastatic? Ascites can render the staging of the cancer as metastatic, but it depends on the specific...

    Jul 20, 2008

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Does ascites mean it's the end?
My mother, age 65 was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in a routine US examination. It...

Ascites can render the staging of the cancer as metastatic, but it depends on the specific characters of the ascites, so further testing is needed here.

Asked by Ngo - 4 months ago


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