Edema is an atypical accumulation of fluid in the ISF leading to tissue swelling and it can be caused by any event that steps up the flow of fluid out of the blood or hinders its return. Therefore, without considering the dehydration and hypotension problems, can a doctor treat a patient with ascites, pleural effusion, or pericardial effusion by merely restricting the salt and water intake ( without therapeutic paracentesis ) ?

can ascites result from excess water intake and reduced water loss?