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Vocabulary Entry
hyperparathyroidism
|noun
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noun
A medical condition characterized by the overactivity of the parathyroid glands, leading to excess production of parathyroid hormone.
Example Sentences
"Hyperparathyroidism can lead to elevated calcium levels in the blood."
"The patient was diagnosed with primary hyperparathyroidism."
"Symptoms of hyperparathyroidism may include bone pain and fatigue."