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Can ascites go away by itself?
Ascites can’t be cured but lifestyle changes and treatments may decrease complications.
Can Hep C clear itself?
Can hepatitis C go away on its own? Yes. From 15\% to 20\% of people with hep C clear it from their bodies without treatment. It’s more likely to happen in women and people who have symptoms.
Can your body naturally fight off Hep C?
In 15-40\% of persons with acute hepatitis C, the immune system successfully fights off the infection, the virus is cleared from the body within 6 months, and the liver heals completely.
Can Hep C clear without treatment?
Yes. However, less than half of people who are infected with the hepatitis C virus clear it from their bodies without treatment.
Where does ascites fluid come from?
Ascites usually occurs when the liver stops working properly, leading to a build up of fluid in the abdominal area. A doctor may diagnose ascites when more than 25 milliliters (mL) of fluid builds up inside the abdomen. When the liver malfunctions, fluid fills the space between the abdominal lining and the organs.
Does ascites go away at night?
Initially, the swelling may go down overnight. As the condition worsens, however, the swelling may spread up the leg and be present day and night. As more fluid builds up, it may spread up to the chest and cause difficulty breathing.
How long does ascites last?
Most cases have a mean survival time between 20 to 58 weeks, depending on the type of malignancy as shown by a group of investigators. Ascites due to cirrhosis usually is a sign of advanced liver disease and it usually has a fair prognosis.
What is trace ascites?
If trace ascites is present, the patient may be asymptomatic and fluid can be detected only on physical or radiologic examination. If a large amount of fluid is present, the patient might complain of abdominal fullness, early satiety, abdominal pain, or shortness of breath.