Noun: thyrotoxicosis ,thI-row,tók-su'kow-sis
- An overactive thyroid gland; pathologically excessive production of thyroid hormones or the condition resulting from it
"Symptoms of thyrotoxicosis include weight loss and rapid heartbeat";
- hyperthyroidism
Type of: adenosis, gland disease, glandular disease, glandular disorder
Encyclopedia: Thyrotoxicosis