Wow, I have been telling my doctor for a very long time that my issues breathing, bloating, constipation and all the other systems are all because I am retaining fluid and wanted to take furosemide but she didn’t like the idea of me taking furosemide regularly. When I did have worsening issues with breathing and extreme bloating I would just take the furosemide and after I peed myself silly for the day I felt much better.
There are times when I get really frustrated with doctors not listening to me. It’s my body, I have been living in it for 74 years so I kinda think I do know how my body works. Thanks for this post it helps to clarify things,

Hi SueDefoor, my primary doctor noticed my swollen stomach at the first visit I had after my heart attack. I hadn't noticed it exactly but wondered why I gained weight. Being a diabetic I then noticed that when I'd give myself injections of Lantus that I couldn't see below my belly button. This increase of width is very uncomfortable and distressing to me. Seems nothing works to get it to go down. I take 1/2 of a furosemide in the morning and a whole one at night. I do get up during the night. Because of my kidney disease (level 3a) I'm supposed to drink a lot of water, which I do.
I understand your frustration with doctors not listening. Sometimes they get it wrong. Please keep in touch.

Hi SueWest,
This is what I found, I hope it helps:
Edema in the abdomen, also known as ascites, can be identified by the following symptoms: A swollen or puffy abdomen that's larger than normal, Stretched or shiny skin, Skin that retains dimples or pits when pressed, Shortness of breath, and Fatigue.

Other symptoms of fluid buildup in the abdomen include:
Bloating
Pain in the abdomen or back
Weight gain
Nausea and vomiting
Indigestion
Loss of appetite
Feeling full after eating a small amount
Constipation
Swelling in the ankles or legs
Changes to the belly button

A healthcare provider can confirm a diagnosis of ascites with imaging scans, such as an ultrasound or CT scan, or by performing a paracentesis. During a paracentesis, a needle is inserted into the abdomen to remove fluid for analysis.

Thank you for the hug 😉

Take it in the morning when you get up 😀