hypersecretion

[ hahy-per-si-kree-shuhn ]

/ ˌhaɪ pər sɪˈkri ʃən /

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an excessive secretion.

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First recorded in 1860–65; hyper- + secretion

Should the fluid contain food-particles, it is probably the result of retention, not hypersecretion.
A Manual of Clinical Diagnosis|James Campbell Todd
It is only when the hypersecretion of tears takes place that the lachrymal apparatus is called much into use.
A System of Operative Surgery, Volume IV (of 4)|Various
It is altogether improbable that it is due to sudden hypersecretion in such pathological states of the system as are present.
A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I|Various
This form of diarrhoea may be attributed to a hypersecretion from the pancreas.
A System of Practical Medicine By American Authors, Vol. II|Various