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Ascites is the fluid buildup in the abdominal cavity, which results when the liver does not work properly. Some of the conditions that can cause or increase the risk of ascites are cirrhosis, hepatitis B or C, alcoholism, heart failure, kidney failure, pancreatitis, tuberculosis, hypothyroidism, and pancreatic or liver cancer. The symptoms of ascites are distended abdomen, sudden weight gain, bloating, difficulty breathing on lying down, and heartburn. Ascites is treated with diuretics, paracentesis, and liver transplantation.