Salt and water retention: Other factors that may contribute to ascites are salt and water retention. The circulating blood volume may be perceived as low by the sensors in the kidneys as the formation of ascites may deplete some volume from the blood. This signals the kidneys to reabsorb more...
heart failure, and cancer of theovaries, breast, colon, lungs, stomach, and pancreas can all stimulate excess production of this fluid. The name used to describe the build-up of excess fluid in the abdominal cavity is calledascites.
This finding indicates reduced abdominal tension in this area, air in the stomach, and fluid retention in stomach, duodenum, or jejunum. Pitting edema can be demonstrated by applying pressure to a swollen area by depressing the skin with a finger. If an indentation remains after the release of...
If you have too many adrenal hormones they go straight to your waistline. Your body gets stuck in “high alert” mode and stress hormones are released over and over due to constant daily pressures, they can cause adrenal exhaustion. It’s one of the most common hormonal prob...
Feel distressed by unpredictable fluid retention that makes you look puffy in the face, tummy and legs? Struggle to shed any kilos or even just maintain your current dress size even though you eat right for your body and exercise regularly?