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hypersecretion

American  
[hahy-per-si-kree-shuhn] / ˌhaɪ pər sɪˈkri ʃən /

noun

Pathology.
  1. an excessive secretion.


Etymology

Origin of hypersecretion

First recorded in 1860–65; hyper- + secretion

Example Sentences

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In cases of excessive acidity due to a hypersecretion of HCl the extractives of meat are contraindicated, hence all gravies and outside parts of roasted meat must be omitted or limited in the diet.

From Dietetics for Nurses by Proudfit, Fairfax T.

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.

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)

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

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