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Does Large Belly Indication Of Fluid Buildup Due To Drinking Or Is It Liver Damage ?
My brother is 58 years old and a long time drinker. He has stopped drinking beer, but his belly has recently gotten very large (looks very pregnant), while his arms, legs and face are very thin. I know he probably has liver damage, but does the large belly indicate fluid buildup as well, and if so, would draining the fluid help him?
Mon, 23 Dec 2013
Hi and welcome to HCM.Yes,it seems like there is fluid accumualtion in abdomen called ascites and this is sign of serious liver damage.he should do liver ultarsound and LFT as son as possible and then the right cause should be established. Fludi can be drained also if necessary.
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