hyperparathyroidism
noun /,haɪpər,pærə'θaɪrɔɪ,dɪzəm/
- Definition
- excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone resulting in abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood; can affect many systems of the body (especially causing bone resorption and osteoporosis)
- Example
- He tried to understand the true meaning of 'hyperparathyroidism'.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
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