Learn about how cirrhosis from chronic hepatitis can cause ascites, extra fluid in the space between the tissues lining the abdomen and organs.

Learn the facts about ascites, including what it feels like, how it's diagnosed, and how it relates to several types of cancer.

Peritoneal fluid can accumulate in the abdomens of patients with hepatitis in a condition known as ascites. Learn about its symptoms and treatment.

Bumex and Lasix are both water pills that prevent water retention to help you manage your blood pressure or other conditions, but there are differences between the two medications.

What imaging tests, blood tests, and biopsy methods are used to help diagnose and stage ovarian cancer, and how do the stages differ?

While hemorrhoids can be caused by constipation and straining on the toilet, other conditions such as pregnancy, obesity, and even genetics can contribute.

Cirrhosis is a late-stage liver disease commonly associated with alcoholism and other liver diseases. Learn about common problems caused by cirrhosis.

Peritonitis is a potentially life-threatening condition that happens when the lining of the abdominal cavity and organs become inflamed.

If you have liver disease, there are some foods and beverages you need to limit or avoid, but it's possible to create a nutritious cirrhosis diet.

The portal vein is an important blood vessel that delivers blood to the liver from the intestines, stomach, spleen, and pancreas.