A member asked:

My father was recently diagnosed with stage 4 cirrhosis alcohol-related and in the last 3 weeks two different times now they've had to pull over 6 l of fluid off his abdomen how late stage is it when they have to pull that much fluid that often?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

That is advanced liver disease. He should be under the care of a liver specialist. He should avoid alcohol and medications that are primarily liver metabolized. Is he a transplant candidate? If so, he should also be seeing a transplant doctor. There are medications to help control the fluid in his abdomen (ascites). Good luck to both of you!

Answered 3/12/2023

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Stage 4 designates last stage of cirrhosis with rapidly reaccumulating ascites worrisome for rapid decompensation. You should have a discussion with his treating doc regarding best ways to provide comfort, considering having a intraperitoneal catheter and realistic expectations.

Answered 3/12/2023

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