Graves' disease

American  

[greyvz] / greɪvz /

noun

Pathology.

1. a disease characterized by an enlarged thyroid, a rapid pulse, and increased basal metabolism due to excessive thyroid secretion; exophthalmic goiter.

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Graves' disease British  

/ ɡreɪvz /

noun

1. another name for exophthalmic goitre

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Graves' disease Scientific  

/ grāvz /

1. An autoimmune disease of the thyroid gland characterized by excessive production of thyroid hormone, goiter, protrusion of the eyeballs (exophthalmos), and symptoms of hyperthyroidism, such as rapid heartbeat and weight loss. The disease is named after its discoverer, Irish physician Robert James Graves (1796–1853).

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Etymology

Origin of Graves' disease

First recorded in 1865–70; named after R. J. Graves (1796–1853), Irish physician

Example Sentences

Graves' disease is related to an overactive thyroid and is "much less severe than what a lot of people go through", Ridley said.

From BBC

A series of guest hosts had to step in 2021 while Ms Williams was out on medical leave to address Graves' disease, an autoimmune disorder.

From BBC

It is well known that patients with rheumatoid arthritis are at increased risk of autoimmune thyroid diseases such as Hashimoto's disease and Graves' disease.

From Science Daily

The largest increases in autoimmune disorders were seen in celiac disease, Sjogren's syndrome and Graves' disease.

From Salon

She has been vocal about her struggles with Graves' disease.

From Fox News