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How can i reduce fluid build-up in the abdomen caused by congestive heart failure?

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Dr. Robert Henson answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Meds/limit salt: the fluid build up is due to the weakness of the heart and subsequent salt/fluid accumuliation. the meds your doctor gives you often strengthen the heart, lessening the tendancy for accumulation. salt in the diet will cause more fluid to accumulation - avoid salt.

Answered 2/13/2019

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