What’s chylous ascites?

Chylous ascites is a rare condition caused by a leak of chyle, a natural body fluid, into the abdominal cavity. It can be caused by various factors, including cancer and cirrhosis. Symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea, and fever. Treatment involves finding and resolving the underlying cause, and may include a low-fat diet, diuretics, and surgery. […]

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