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Does perihepatic ascites cause pain? how long does it take to go away and what are potential causes?
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Generally no: A small amount of perihepatic ascites is usually not painful. Possible causes include chronic liver disease or the sequelae of an acute insult to the liver (medication injury or cholecystitis).
Answered 6/9/2018
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