Etymology
The word "hydropsy" is derived from the Greek words "hydro-" meaning "water" and "-opsis" meaning "appearance."
Meaning
Hydropsy refers to a medical condition characterized by abnormal accumulation of fluid in the body's tissues and cavities. It is also known as edema.
Origin
The term "hydropsy" was first used in the 5th century BC by the Greek physician Hippocrates. He described it as a condition where the body becomes swollen with water. The term has been used ever since to describe this condition.
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