Ascites an abnormally increased volume of peritoneal fluid in spaces within the abdomen is called Ascites. Ascite fluid is always formed due to disease conditions. As fluid collects in the abdomen it can affect your Lungs, Liver, kidney, and other organs. The extra fluid makes your belly swell.
Signs or symptoms:
Ascites are usually the feeling of a ballooning belly, fullness, and weight gain. The other signs and symptoms of ascite disease include:
- Difficulty in breathing
- Fatigue
- Back Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Bloating
- Nausea and vomiting
- Heartburn
- Loss of Appetite
- Constipation
- Swelling in ankles
Causes:
The main problems are usually caused by another Condition:
- Cirrhosis
- Cancer of Organs in the abdomens
- Infections
- Kidney failure
- Heart failure
Diagnosis:
Usually, Doctors recommend tests if you have the same causes and Symptoms:
- Blood Urea test
- LFTs (Liver Function Test)
- RETs (Renal function Test)
- Blood Electrolytes Test
- Ascetic fluid cytology
- Physical Examination
- Ascitic fluid culture and sensitivity
- Hepatitis B and C
- Ultrasound of abdominal
Treatment of Ascites:
If the person has Ascites disease doctor recommends the Patient some treatment tips.
- Avid Salt Intake
- Avoid Alcohol
- Use of Diorites (Lasix, Aldactone)
- Paracentesis
- Avoid medicines and supplements that contain Potassium (K)
- Use a salt-liquid diet