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Definition
Hyperthyroidism; a condition where an overactive thyroid produces excess hormone, accelerating metabolism.
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How it's used
Medical abbreviations like this are extremely common in daily speech because they are much easier to say than the full, formal name. It is treated as a standard noun and is frequently used in casual health discussions between friends or family members.
Examples
They have lost a lot of weight recently, the doctor said it is hyperthyroidism.
Have you heard that hyperthyroidism can affect your mood?
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