Dropsy, technically known as oedema, refers to the abnormal
accumulation of fluid in the body. It may be general or
localized. In the case of kidney disease, dropsy is first
noticed beneath the eyes and face, and is worse in the mornings.
In the case of heart disease, the swelling tends to be worse in
the evenings and begins in the lower parts of the body such as
the ankles. In liver disease, which is often the result of
chronic alcoholism, the swelling is in the legs and abdomen.
Oedema occurs in many diseases, especially those relating to the
heart, kidney, and liver. Home Remedies For Dropsy Pineapple:
Pineapple is one of the many home remedies found beneficial in
the treatment of dropsy. It contains sufficient chlorine which
stimulates the activity of the kidneys and helps remove much of
the waste products from the body. It also relieves the body of
waterlogged condition. Arjuna: Another effective remedy fro
dropsy is the use of the herb arjuna. This herb has been
employed successfully by practitioners of