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hypothyroidism
(redirected from iatrogenic hypothyroidism)

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hy·po·thy·roid·ism  (hp-throi-dzm)
n.
1. Insufficient production of thyroid hormones.
2. A pathological condition resulting from severe thyroid insufficiency, which may lead to cretinism or myxedema.

hypothyroidism [ˌhaɪpəʊˈθaɪrɔɪˌdɪzəm]
n Pathol
1. (Medicine / Pathology) insufficient production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland
2. (Medicine / Pathology) any disorder, such as cretinism or myxoedema, resulting from this
hypothyroid  n & adj

hypothyroidism  (hp-throi-dzm)
An abnormality of the thyroid gland characterized by insufficient production of thyroid hormone, which can result in a decreased basal metabolic rate, causing weight gain and fatigue. Compare hyperthyroidism.

hypothyroidism
an abnormal thyroid condition marked by a low metabolic rate and loss of stamina. — hypothyroid, adj.
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ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.hypothyroidism - an underactive thyroid gland; a glandular disorder resulting from insufficient production of thyroid hormones
adenosis, gland disease, glandular disease, glandular disorder - a disorder of the glands of the body
myxedema, myxoedema - hypothyroidism marked by dry skin and swellings around lips and nose as well as mental deterioration
cretinism - severe hypothyroidism resulting in physical and mental stunting
hyperthyroidism, thyrotoxicosis - an overactive thyroid gland; pathologically excessive production of thyroid hormones or the condition resulting from excessive production of thyroid hormones


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