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A member asked:
Why is there so much vomiting with someone with end stage cirrhosis? is it due to fluid pressure in abdomen, causing pressure on stomach? or something worse?
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Worrisome: Cirrhosis leads to major changes in the ability of the body to handle any stress. Repeated vomiting is not a sign of cirrhosis in of itself. Seek attention urgently as real trouble may ensue quickly.
Answered 9/5/2012
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Not very common: but not unusual. Ascites compresses the stomach and pushes it further into the chest, enlarged liver/spleen can also shift the abdominal contents. many medications can be nauseating. would try to control the ascites to the extent possible, if that's not the issue - discuss further with the hepatologist.
Answered 8/1/2014
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