For the last two years, I have complain to my doctor about excess weight gain, shortness of breathe, hard time walking. I had quit smoking prior to telling her this, but it was always the same thing. She suggestive going on a diet, eating anything is not my problem. I can't wear my clothes, I've gone from a size 8 to 18 in this period of time.My sister in law is a nurse's and she has worked with me off and on. She told me to check ascites web site. I fit all the systoms. From below my breasts to below my stomach, i measure a 44 waistline!