Common causes of ascites include inflammation, cirrhosis, tumor, etc. Due to the different causes of ascites, its survival period is also different, and the specific survival period varies from person to person. 1. Inflammation: For ascites caused by infection, usually ascites can be gradually absorbed after the inflammation is cured, which usually does not affect the survival time of patients. 2. Cirrhosis: Cirrhosis is one of the common causes of ascites, the average survival time is about five years, if the patient’s condition is more serious or there are many complications, the survival time will be shortened, and may drop to one to two years; if the patient’s condition is relatively mild, and the treatment is timely, the survival time will be extended, and may be more than five years. 3. Tumor: when patients suffer from primary mesothelioma, peritoneal metastases and other tumors, which may also cause abdominal, the survival period of patients mainly depends on the spread and metastasis of the cancer cells, if the patients’ own resistance is poor, the tumor deteriorates rapidly or the treatment effect is unsatisfactory, the survival period may be seriously shortened, and a small number of patients can only survive for several months. It is suggested that patients should consult doctor for examination in time, carry out targeted treatment after clarifying the cause of the disease, keep a positive and optimistic mindset in life, pay attention to rest, avoid overwork, and follow the doctor’s instructions for regular checkups.