Thyrotoxicosis
| Definition: |
The clinical syndrome that reflects the response of the peripheral tissues to an excess of thyroid hormone. |
| Notes: |
excessive thyroid hormones, endogenous or exogenous |
| Previously Indexed: |
Hyperthyroidism (1966-1986) |
Thyrotoxicosis Categories.
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Thyroid Crisis - Sudden and dangerous increase of the symptoms of thyrotoxicosis. |
Thyrotoxicosis Definitions and Terms
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