Hypothyroidism
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌhaɪpəˈθaɪɹɔɪˌdɪzəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hypothyroidism is a noun meaning (pathology) The disease state caused by insufficient production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland.
Meaning
(pathology) The disease state caused by insufficient production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland.
Word Forms
- hypothyroidisms
Antonyms for hypothyroidism
Common opposites include hyperthyroidism.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hypothyreosis, cretinism, myxoedema, myxedema, dysthyroidism, hyperthyroidism.
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