Hi welcome to HCM I have gone through your query and felt distressed about your friend s situation . Chemo is working or not , or what will happen next , no body knows , not even, those who are working on it day & night . This is such a disease . People with liver disorders are most likely to be affected by ascites. However certain cancers, traumas and infection of the peritoneum can also cause it. If you really want to try To help her in accelerating her recovery , you can administer her antioxidant home made mixture -- Lemon , Garlic , Ginger, Bark of Moringa , Vinegar of Coconut and Honey , All in equal proportion , mix well and give 25 ml dose twice a day before meals .It gives energy & resistance ,to fight the cancerous bacteria . It is preventive as well curative Give her a level tspoon of turmeric in a cup of hot milk . Is also a very effective antioxidant . Let her do pranayan -- Deep Breathing -- Inhale - Hold - Exhale - Hold slowly for 10 mins slowly, helps cleanse the system by eradicating carbohydrates and induces oxygen in body, paving way for recovery . Kapalbhatti also helps eradicating carbohydrates in strengthening the vital parts --heart ,lever ,kidney , pancreas etc and helps as preventive as well curative . With all above remedies you can give her magnetic treatment -- apply north pole magnets in hands in the morning 20mins and in feet ,in the evening 20mins. Give magnet water also, prepared by keeping water in glass bottle on north pole magnet for 12 hours Dose 30 ml 5-6 times a day . Magnets to be used under guidance of expert . or contact at drsuchda@gmail.com Hope this gives you reply to your query All the best, take care. Dont hesitate get back if have further query .