hypersecretion
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of hypersecretion
Example Sentences
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Even though the affection may be due directly to hypersecretion of the thyroid, it is possible that the mental and nervous state may be closely concerned in the etiology.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
It is altogether improbable that it is due to sudden hypersecretion in such pathological states of the system as are present.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
It is not so frequently noted that hypersecretion of the thyroid may cause a rapid heart without any other tangible or discoverable thyroid symptom or symptoms of hyperthyroidism.
From Disturbances of the Heart by Osborne, Oliver T. (Oliver Thomas)
The body is at first obese, but rapidly loses flesh, the skin becomes greasy and damp, owing to hypersecretion of the sebaceous and sudoriparous glands, and soils the garments.
From Criminal Man According to the Classification of Cesare Lombroso by Lombroso, Gina
As a rule, however, it manifests itself in individuals between the years of fifteen and forty, particularly after prolonged digestional disturbances, especially those accompanied by a hypersecretion of acid.
From Dietetics for Nurses by Proudfit, Fairfax T.
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