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Ascites: A Warning Sign of Advanced Liver Disease Ascites is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, most commonly due to advanced liver disease (cirrhosis). It indicates portal hypertension and liver dysfunction, requiring immediate medical attention. Left untreated, ascites can lead to life-threatening complications such as spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP), hepatorenal syndrome (HRS), and respiratory distress. Common Causes of Ascites: 🔹 Cirrhosis (Most Common in India & Worldwide) – Alcohol, Hepatitis B/C, MAFLD. 🔹 Cancer (Malignant Ascites) – Ovarian, pancreatic, or liver cancer. 🔹 Tuberculous Peritonitis – A significant cause in India, often misdiagnosed. 🔹 Heart & Kidney Disease – Cardiac failure, nephrotic syndrome. How to Recognize Ascites? ⚠️ Early Symptoms: Mild abdominal bloating, weight gain. ⚠️ Moderate: Visible abdominal distension, early satiety, breathlessness. ⚠️ Severe: Extreme swelling, hernias, leg edema, difficulty breathing. Management & Treatment Approach: ✔️ Sodium Restriction (<2g/day) & Diuretics (Spironolactone, Furosemide) – First-line therapy. ✔️ Therapeutic Paracentesis (Large-Volume Tapping) – For severe cases. ✔️ Albumin Infusion – Prevents kidney injury after tapping. ✔️ Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) – For refractory cases. ✔️ Liver Transplant – The Ultimate Cure for Cirrhosis-Related Ascites. Why Trust Dr. Chetan Kalal for Ascites Management? 🏥 Mumbai’s Leading Hepatologist & Liver Transplant Expert 🔬 Pioneering Advanced Cirrhosis & Ascites Care ⚕️ Expert in Managing Complex Liver Conditions with Proven Success Rates 💡 Uncontrolled ascites is a serious warning sign—Seek Expert Hepatology Care Now! #DrChetanKalal #BestHepatologistInMumbai #LiverCare #Cirrhosis #Ascites #LiverHealth #HepatologyExpert #LiverTransplant #besthepatologistindia