hyperthyroidism

[ hahy-per-thahy-roi-diz-uhm ]

nounPathology.
  1. overactivity of the thyroid gland.

  2. a condition resulting from this, characterized by increased metabolism and exophthalmos.

Origin of hyperthyroidism

1
First recorded in 1895–1900; hyper- + thyroid + -ism

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British Dictionary definitions for hyperthyroidism

hyperthyroidism

/ (ˌhaɪpəˈθaɪrɔɪˌdɪzəm) /


noun
  1. 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, noun

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Scientific definitions for hyperthyroidism

hyperthyroidism

[ hī′pər-thīroi-dĭz′əm ]


  1. 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.

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