Definition: Abdominal dropsy is a disorder characterized by edema (excess fluid) in the abdomen, which causes abdominal swelling and marked protruding of the scales. A variety of diseases can be the underlying cause, including bacterial infection, viral infection, as well as nutritional deficiencies.
Other conditions that produce a swollen abdomen include: overeating, internal worms, and pregnancy. However, none of these result in the marked swelling with protruding scales that is seen in dropsy.
Other conditions that produce a swollen abdomen include: overeating, internal worms, and pregnancy. However, none of these result in the marked swelling with protruding scales that is seen in dropsy.
