hyperthyroidism

hyperthyroidism definition - medical

hy·per·thy·roid·ism (hīˌpər-thīˈroi-dĭzˌəm)

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

Related Forms:

  • hyˌper·thyˈroid adjective

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