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hyperthyroidism: see thyroid gland thyroid gland, endocrine gland, situated in the neck, that secretes hormones necessary for growth and proper metabolism. It consists of two lobes connected by a narrow segment called the isthmus. The lobes lie on either side of the trachea, the isthmus in front of it. ..... Click the link for more information. . hyperthyroidism [¦hī·pər′thī‚rȯid‚iz·əm] (medicine) The constellation of signs and symptoms caused by excessive thyroid hormone in the blood, either from exaggerated functional activity of the thyroid gland or from excessive administration of thyroid hormone, and manifested by thyroid enlargement, emaciation, sweating, tachycardia, exophthalmos, and tremor. Also known as exophthalmic goiter; Grave's disease; thyrotoxicosis; toxic goiter. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Changes in a cat's nail size to thickened whitish nails could be hyperthyroidism. Treatment for hyperthyroidism can be more complex, however, depending on the cause and severity of the disease, age and other medical conditions. In the 1950s and 1960s, it was also used as a treatment for hyperthyroidism associated with Graves disease. |
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