There are two types of abdominal paracentesis, diagnostic and therapeutic. A diagnostic paracentesis is done to examine the fluid in the abdomen. Determining the type of fluid present will help determine the cause of the problem.
There are many things that could contribute to a parent's abusive behavior, including the parent's abuse as a child, mental health issues, substance use, poor coping skills, stress levels and limited support system, says Dr. Dominguez. But it's important to remember that the cause doesn't excuse the behavior.
If you are living with an abusive parent and they ever become abusive toward you, you have the right to seek help. If you are under 18, you can call the Child Abuse Hotline to speak directly to a hotline counselor. We understand that this is such a difficult thing to experience and that you know your situation best.