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Noun: hyperadrenalism  ,hI-pu-ru'dree-nu,li-zum
  1. A glandular disorder caused by excessive ACTH resulting in greater than normal functioning of the adrenal gland; characterized by obesity
    - Cushing's disease

Type of: adenosis, gland disease, glandular disease, glandular disorder

Encyclopedia: Hyperadrenalism

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