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.
The most common cause of ascites is cirrhosis of the liver. Many of the risk factors for developing ascites and cirrhosis are similar. The most common risk factors include hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and long standing alcohol abuse. Other potential risk factors are related to the other underlying conditions, such as congestive heart failure, malignancy, and kidney disease.