Ascites with abdominal warmth
Jun 05, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Chao
Introduction
In general, ascites refers to the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, often causing abdominal swelling or bloating. If the abdomen with ascites feels warm, it may be caused by factors such as inflammatory bowel disease, pancreatitis, or cirrhosis. Besides these common causes, it could also result from conditions like kidney cancer, liver cancer, or heart failure. It is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital to determine the underlying cause and receive targeted treatment accordingly.
Generally, ascites refers to the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, often causing abdominal distension or bloating. A sensation of heat in the abdomen with ascites may be caused by conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, pancreatitis, cirrhosis, and other factors. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Inflammatory Bowel Disease
This is an idiopathic inflammatory disorder affecting the gastrointestinal tract, which can cause a feeling of heat in the abdomen. Under medical guidance, patients may use medications such as mesalazine enteric-coated tablets or prednisolone to manage symptoms.
2. Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis refers to inflammation of the pancreas and can be classified as acute or chronic pancreatitis. In severe cases, it may lead to ascites accompanied by a sensation of abdominal heat. Patients may follow medical advice to use medications such as omeprazole enteric-coated capsules or Qingyi Lidan granules to relieve symptoms.
3. Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is a condition in which liver tissue is damaged and heals with varying degrees of scarring and fibrosis. It may lead to fluid accumulation in the abdominal cavity (ascites), as well as symptoms such as elevated body temperature and a feeling of heat in the abdomen. Under medical supervision, patients may use medications such as entecavir tablets or sofosbuvir/velpatasvir tablets for treatment.
Besides the above common causes, abdominal heat with ascites could also result from kidney cancer, liver cancer, heart failure, and other conditions. It is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate, targeted treatment.
