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@steindad, I do not know if there is any thing such as a natural remedy for ascites. I have read that low sodium diet, meds, and draining the fluid, are the most common form of treatment. I also read somewhere that in some instances that a stent is positioned inside the liver itself to promote drainage.
I am not sure what you mean by 'natural remedy', but be aware that some herbs, teas, supplements can be harmful to the liver - especially one that is under stress.
What information did your oncologist give you when the chemo and radiation were halted?
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Are you seeing a liver cancer specialist?
Here is a link to Mayo Clinic Liver Cancer. You will find information as well as access to Mayo Liver Cancer Department, and resources.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/liver-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20353659
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No. The chemo wasn't working. We have not had any treatments since July. We have been trying to beat the cancer with our diet and supplements. In addition to the discomfort from the fluid buildup, his stomach is very sore from where they keeping injecting him. If we could find a natural remedy or something to help reduce the fluid buildup - that would be fantastic!