And/or do not wait, phone for ambulance if have or develop:
Ascites
An increased or high level of fluid collection within the peritoneum (the sac that contains the intestines within the abdominal cavity- the outside lining of the organs- this space has peritoneal fluid which helps to reduce friction between the belly and the organs during digestion).
It is due to a combination of factors, including increased pressure in the portal system and decrease protein in the body which the liver produces, this causes fluid to leak out of the portal vein and into the abdominal cavity and lining – the peritoneum.
The blood volume is reduced and the kidney then responds and try to retain salt and water in the body, this causes further swelling.
Ascites can also be caused by cancer, heart failure, kidney failure, inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), and tuberculosis affecting the lining of the abdomen.
Symptoms include:
Increased abdominal swelling and belly size
Ankle swelling
Shortness of breath
Feeling full after eating small amounts of food
Appetite loss
Varices
Described as enlarged veins. Blood that is meant for the portal system, is diverted to and gathers in other veins as it makes its way to the heart these include along the oesophagus, stomach , intestines, rectum and/or anus.
Anyone with the above condition and bleeds from any orifice must seek urgent medical attention
Detailed Information
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