dropsy

dropsy /drop·sy/ (drop´se) edema.

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drop·sy (drps)

n.

Edema. No longer in technical use.

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dropsy (drop´sē),

n See anasarca.

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dropsy

an abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in a body cavity or in the cellular tissues; called also hydrops, edema. See also edema.

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fetal dropsy

includes ascites, hydrothorax or local due to lymph node agenesis; causes dystocia.

fetal sacs dropsy

see hydrallantois, hydramnios.

placenta dropsy

usually accompanies a placentitis.

tropical fish dropsy

caused by Aeromonas liquefaciens. Begins as cutaneous erythema, followed by abdominal distention.