hypersecretion
noun
hy·per·se·cre·tion
ˌhī-pər-si-ˈkrē-shən 
variants
or less commonly hyper-secretion
: excessive production of a bodily secretion (such as gastric acid, mucus, or growth hormone)
The clinical diagnosis of Cushing's syndrome is confirmed by demonstrating cortisol hypersecretion …—
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Furthermore, people who have been on PPIs for a prolonged period and suddenly stopping use can result in a rebound of acid hypersecretion and worsening heartburn or GERD symptoms, Rich added.
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hypersecretion
noun
hy·per·se·cre·tion
-si-ˈkrē-shən
: excessive production of a bodily secretion (as gastric acid, mucus, or growth hormone)
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