Fluid Retention
Fluid retention can occur in different parts of the body including the abdomen, legs, ankles, and feet. The reason for this is that when the liver does not work properly the body is unable to properly produce and circulate proteins throughout the body. This then leads to issues with circulation in the aforementioned areas of the body.
One way to check if your body is retaining water is to press down on the part(s) of your body you believe may be swollen and check to see if the imprint of your finger remains even after a few seconds. If you are also suffering from lessened kidney function, this can worsen fluid retention. Unfortunately, severe liver damage goes hand in hand with kidney damage. If the case of fluid retention is not severe, usually diuretics can be successful as they cause urination in addition to the elimination of other bodily fluids. When diuretics are not successful, more invasive treatments might be necessary. One of these treatments is a surgical fluid drain.
