1 For water lilies to produce blooms they need a minimum of 4-5 hours of sunlight each day, preferring 5-8 hours. 2  Water lilies prefer calm waters. 3  Spray from waterfalls and spitters will puncture holes in the leaves.
Definition and Etiology. Ascites is defined as the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity. It is a common clinical finding, with various extraperitoneal and peritoneal causes (Box 1), but it most often results from liver cirrhosis.
Excess fluid builds-up in the abdomen when a person has ascites. A build up of fluid in the abdomen, called ascites, is often caused by cirrhosis of the liver. Ascites is often related to alcoholism. Ascites may cause pressure on the diaphragm, leading to shortness of breathe. Persistent coughing and shortness of breath may accompany ascites.