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hyperthyroidism

(-t̸hīro̵id iz′əm)

noun

  1. excessive activity of the thyroid gland
  2. the disorder resulting from this or from taking too much thyroid extract, characterized by loss of weight, nervousness, a rapid pulse, etc.

See hyperthyroidism in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. Pathologically excessive production of thyroid hormones.
  2. The condition resulting from excessive activity of the thyroid gland, characterized by increased basal metabolism.

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