hyperthyroidism hy·per·thy·roid·ism (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.
hyperthyroidism
excess hormone production by the thyroid gland.
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