Contemporary Examples. 1  Biden is such a straight shooter that pundits say he needs a muzzle. 2  Suddenly, the darkness came alive with muzzle flashes and tracer rounds. 3  The result of the back-and-forth was guaranteed national publicity for the very ideas the politicians wanted to muzzle.
Early symptoms of fluid around the heart include feeling out of breath, even when lying down. Breathing often becomes easier when you sit up or lean forward. Other signs include feeling lightheaded or dizzy, chest pain that is sharp and stabbing, chest tightness and a dry, chronic cough.
This disrupts the bodyâs fluid balance, causing fluids to collect in body tissues, including the abdomen. If the cancer blocks the lymphatic system, excess fluid cannot be efficiently drained and results in fluid buildup in the abdomen. Signs and Symptoms of Ascites. Small amounts of fluid in the abdomen usually produce no symptoms.