Ascites treatment in Chiapa de Corzo

Ascites is the accumulation of fluid in the abdomen, in the space that surrounds the internal organs. It is not a disease in itself, but a sign that something in the body requires study.

Common symptoms: an increase in the volume of the abdomen, a sensation of heaviness or bloating, and sometimes discomfort or difficulty breathing when the fluid is abundant.

Common causes: it is usually associated with liver problems, although it can also be related to conditions of the heart, the kidneys, or other conditions.

The gastroenterologist and the internist frequently study this situation, and depending on the case other specialists take part. In the face of an increase in the abdomen that is unexplained, the most sensible thing is to see a professional to identify its origin.