hyperthyroidism

hy·per·thy·roid·ism  (hpr-throi-dzm)

n.

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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hyperthyroidism  (hpr-throi-dzm)

An abnormality of the thyroid gland characterized by excessive production of thyroid hormone, which can result in an increased basal metabolic rate, causing weight loss, heart palpitations, and tremors. Compare hypothyroidism.

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hyperthyroidism

an abnormal thyroid condition distinguished by high metabolic rate and blood pressure and the enlargement of the thyroid. — hyperthyroid, adj.

See also: Disease and Illness

Thesaurus

Noun

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hyperthyroidism - an overactive thyroid gland; pathologically excessive production of thyroid hormones or the condition resulting from excessive production of thyroid hormones thyrotoxicosis adenosis, gland disease, glandular disease, glandular disorder - a disorder of the glands of the body exophthalmic goiter, Graves' disease - exophthalmos occurring in association with goiter; hyperthyroidism with protrusion of the eyeballs exophthalmos - protrusion of the eyeball from the socket hypothyroidism - an underactive thyroid gland; a glandular disorder resulting from insufficient production of thyroid hormones