What is ascites?
A) The excess accumulation of fluid in the abdomen
B) The increased absorption of water from the chyme in the colon
C) The increased secretion of digestive enzymes due to nervous stimulation
D) The rapid elimination of feces due to toxin production

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Ascites is the condition characterized by the excess accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity of the abdomen. It is often a symptom of liver disease, such as cirrhosis, heart failure, or cancer.

What Is Ascites