My sister, age 48, was diagnosed with Stage IV stomach cancer in April, 2007. She was not able to have surgery as it is inoperable. She has been tolerating her chemo, and the oncologist says they will keep doing this as long as she tolerates it. The last couple of months she has been having fluid build up and she then goes in to have paracentesis (removal of the fluid). She then feels alot better. I am wondering if this fluid retention will ever stop with chemo or does this mean she is not going to be with us for much longer. She has a great spirit and really wants to beat this; however I am worried. Does anyone out there have the same situation? I would appreciate anyone with a similar situation to give me their input. This stomach cancer is a real horrible disease. It seems that when she fills up with fluid; she throws up alot. It is a tough road. Please let me know if anyone out there has any input. Thanks.