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Hyperthyroidism
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Definition
: Hypersecretion of THYROID HORMONES from the THYROID GLAND. Elevated levels of thyroid hormones increase BASAL METABOLIC RATE.
THYROTOXICOSIS & THYROID CRISIS are available: do not make a diagnosis: use term of author
See Also
Antithyroid Agents
;
Long-Acting Thyroid Stimulator
Examples
Graves Disease
;
Thyrotoxicosis
Other names
Primary Hyperthyroidisms; Hyperthyroidism, Primary; Primary Hyperthyroidism