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Thyrotoxicosis: meaning, definitions and examples

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thyrotoxicosis

 

[ ˌθaɪərəʊtɒksɪˈkəʊsɪs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Thyrotoxicosis is a condition caused by excessive levels of thyroid hormones in the body. It can result from overproduction of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland, often seen in conditions such as Graves' disease. Symptoms of thyrotoxicosis may include rapid heartbeat, weight loss, increased appetite, and heat intolerance. The condition can lead to severe complications if not managed properly, including thyroid storm, which is a life-threatening situation. Diagnosis typically involves blood tests to measure hormone levels and imaging studies to evaluate the thyroid gland.

Synonyms

hyperthyroidism, thyroid crisis

Examples of usage

  • He was diagnosed with thyrotoxicosis after experiencing rapid weight loss.
  • Thyrotoxicosis can lead to heart problems if untreated.
  • The patient displayed classic symptoms of thyrotoxicosis during the examination.

Translations

Translations of the word "thyrotoxicosis" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tireotoxicose

🇮🇳 थायरोटॉक्सिकोसिस

🇩🇪 Thyreotoxikose

🇮🇩 tirotoksikosis

🇺🇦 тиреотоксикоз

🇵🇱 tirotoksykoza

🇯🇵 甲状腺中毒症

🇫🇷 thyrotoxicose

🇪🇸 tirotoxicosis

🇹🇷 tirotoksikoz

🇰🇷 갑상선중독증

🇸🇦 تسمم الغدة الدرقية

🇨🇿 tyreotoxikóza

🇸🇰 tyreotoxikóza

🇨🇳 甲状腺毒症

🇸🇮 tirotoksikoza

🇮🇸 thyreotoxicosis

🇰🇿 тиреотоксикоз

🇬🇪 თირეოტოქსიკოზი

🇦🇿 tirotoksikoz

🇲🇽 tirotoxicosis

Word origin

The term 'thyrotoxicosis' is derived from the combination of 'thyro-', meaning thyroid, and 'toxicosis', which refers to a toxic condition or state caused by the presence of toxic substances in the body. The word thyroid comes from the Greek 'thyreos', which refers to shield or oblong shape, relating to the shape of the thyroid gland itself. The suffix '-osis' is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a condition or increase in activity. The use of the term 'thyrotoxicosis' became more prevalent in the 20th century as medical understanding of thyroid hormones and their effects expanded, especially in the context of hyperthyroidism and its potential complications. It is crucial to differentiate thyrotoxicosis from similar conditions, such as hypothyroidism, where there is a deficiency of thyroid hormones. The evolution of the understanding of thyroid disorders has led to more effective treatments and management strategies for patients suffering from thyrotoxicosis.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,435, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.