hyperparathyroidism

noun

hy·per·para·thy·roid·ism | \ ˌhī-pər-ˌper-ə-ˈthī-ˌrȯi-ˌdi-zəm

, -ˌpa-rə- \

Definition of hyperparathyroidism

: the presence of excess parathyroid hormone in the body resulting in disturbance of calcium metabolism with increase in serum calcium and decrease in inorganic phosphorus, loss of calcium from bone, and renal damage with frequent kidney-stone formation

Examples of hyperparathyroidism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The resulting condition, called hyperparathyroidism, can also lead to weakened bones, as well as kidney stones, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. — Jessica Migala, Health.com, 2 June 2021 Some develop a condition in which their hormones are out of balance—called secondary hyperparathyroidism—which can cause bone disease and calcium to build up in tissues and organs such as the heart and blood vessels. — Grace-marie Turner, Forbes, 1 June 2021 The left-hander’s season began with a parathyroidectomy during spring training to alleviate hyperparathyroidism. — Paul Sullivan, chicagotribune.com, 15 May 2021 Other medical conditions - such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, hyperparathyroidism - or other rare genetic disorders can make stones more likely to form. — Marcos Del Rosario-santiago, baltimoresun.com, 11 July 2019 Other medical conditions - such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, hyperparathyroidism - or other rare genetic disorders can make stones more likely to form. — Marcos Del Rosario-santiago, baltimoresun.com, 11 July 2019 Other medical conditions - such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, hyperparathyroidism - or other rare genetic disorders can make stones more likely to form. — Marcos Del Rosario-santiago, baltimoresun.com, 11 July 2019 Other medical conditions - such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, hyperparathyroidism - or other rare genetic disorders can make stones more likely to form. — Marcos Del Rosario-santiago, baltimoresun.com, 11 July 2019 Other medical conditions - such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, hyperparathyroidism - or other rare genetic disorders can make stones more likely to form. — Marcos Del Rosario-santiago, baltimoresun.com, 11 July 2019

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“Hyperparathyroidism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hyperparathyroidism. Accessed 28 Sep. 2021.

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