hyperthyroidism
[ hahy-per-thahy-roi-diz-uh m ]
/ ˌhaɪ pərˈθaɪ rɔɪˌdɪz əm /
noun Pathology.
overactivity of the thyroid gland.
a condition resulting from this, characterized by increased metabolism and exophthalmos.
Words nearby hyperthyroidism
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hypertrichosis,
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Example sentences from the Web for hyperthyroidism
The classical symptoms of hyperthyroidism are staring eyes and enlargement of the neck, but these need not be present.
When You Don't Know Where to Turn |Steven J. BartlettHyperthyroidism is eight times more common in women than in men.
When You Don't Know Where to Turn |Steven J. Bartlett
British Dictionary definitions for hyperthyroidism
hyperthyroidism
/ (ˌhaɪpəˈθaɪrɔɪˌdɪzəm) /
noun
overproduction of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland, causing nervousness, insomnia, sweating, palpitation, and sensitivity to heat
Also called: thyrotoxicosis See exophthalmic goitre
Derived forms of hyperthyroidism
hyperthyroid, adjective, nounMedical definitions for hyperthyroidism
hyperthyroidism
[ hī′pər-thī′roi-dĭz′əm ]
n.
Pathologically excessive production of thyroid hormones.
The condition resulting from excessive activity of the thyroid gland, characterized by increased basal metabolism.
Other words from hyperthyroidism
hy′per•thy′roid adj.Scientific definitions for hyperthyroidism
hyperthyroidism
[ hī′pər-thī′roi-dĭz′əm ]
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.