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hypothyroidism
DEFINITIONS OF:
hypothyroidism
1
n
an underactive thyroid gland; a glandular disorder resulting from insufficient production of thyroid hormones
Antonyms:
hyperthyroidism
,
thyrotoxicosis
an overactive thyroid gland; pathologically excessive production of thyroid hormones or the condition resulting from excessive production of thyroid hormones
Types:
myxedema
,
myxoedema
hypothyroidism marked by dry skin and swellings around lips and nose as well as mental deterioration
cretinism
severe hypothyroidism resulting in physical and mental stunting
Type of:
adenosis
,
gland disease
,
glandular disease
,
glandular disorder
a disorder of the glands of the body
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