Question 1

is fluid in the abdomen dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Depends on: how much, what type, timing of development and other symptoms or conditions.  At 87 I would take that finding very seriously and have it investigated soon.

Question 2

waves of pain in bottom left abdomen?

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Probable gas pain: It may be related to diet and the bacteria in your bowel. Is it possible you are constipated? There are certain types of food if acted on by your bowel bacteria could produce gas, and the bowel distention especially if not let through easily because of constipation, may cause pain. Reduce sugar and dairy may help, however you know best the type of food that makes it worse for you. Increase fiber.

Question 3

what is the loose fluid in the abdomen a sign of?

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Liver trouble: Most common form of free fluid in the abdomen, known as ascites , is a liver so hardened and disease that it causes decrease blood flow through the liver vessels and main draining veins. This together with low protein levels in the blood due to liver disease causes fluid to seep outside the vessels and into the abdominal cavity.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: fluid in the abdomen?

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Ascites: Fluid in the abdomen (Ascites) =  Excess fluid accumulated in the peritoneal cavity .

Question 5

what causes fre fluid in abdomen?

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Could be natural: There is naturally a small amount of fluid in the pelvis to keep organs moist but it could also happen from ovulation, inflammation, infection or cancer cells.

Question 6

how do fluids drain from the abdomen?

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Absorption: If they are outside of the gut and simply free in the abdomen your body will gradually absorbe them.

Question 7

how do they drain away the fluid from the abdomen?

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With a tiny needle: After local anesthesia, a small needle is inserted just below the belly button. Fluid comes out easily and drains.

Question 8

what is the cause of fluid on unborn baby's abdomen?

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Ascites: If what you mean is that there is a dena or swelling in the babies abdomen that could be a sign of ascites. This can be the result of a variety of conditions. Given how many different conditions could be causing this it's best to have a visit with your obstetrician or perinatologist to discuss the possible causes.

Question 9

is it ok to have a little fluid in abdomen or is that bad?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Your doctor should help you to interpret this finding. Normally we do not want to see free fluid in the abdomen. If you have it it needs to be followed up and rechecked in a couple of months to be sure it has resolved and that it is not increasing. Follow it up with your doctor.

Question 10

is there a surgical procedure to remove fluid from the abdomen?

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Paracentesis: Paracentesis is a procedure whereby a needle is placed into the abdominal cavity to remove fluid.  This can be done to diagnose a condition, or relieve discomfort from the abdomen being distended.  However, it is important to find out the underlying cause of the accumulated fluid and treat it primarily if possible because the fluid will like reaccumulate if the condition persists.

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