hyperparathyroidism meaning

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hyperparathyroidism (noun): 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).

Definition of hyperparathyroidism

  1. 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)

    Opposite: hypoparathyroidism

    Type of: glandular disease

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