hyperthyroidism
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noun \-ˌrȯi-ˌdi-zəm\Definition of HYPERTHYROIDISM
: excessive functional activity of the thyroid gland; also : the resulting condition marked especially by increased metabolic rate, enlargement of the thyroid gland, rapid heart rate, and high blood pressure
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First Known Use: circa 1900
hy·per·thy·roid·ism
noun \-ˌrȯid-ˌiz-əm, -rəd-\ (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of HYPERTHYROIDISM
: excessive functional activity of the thyroid gland; also : the resulting condition marked especially by increased metabolic rate, enlargement of the thyroid gland, rapid heart rate, and high blood pressure—called also thyrotoxicosis; see graves' disease
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