Thyroid Cancer Ontology

Last uploaded: July 2, 2020
Id http://www.semanticweb.org/hx-jta/ontologies/thyroid_cancer_ontology#Hyperthyroidism
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Hyperthyroidism

Definitions
Overactivity of the thyroid gland resulting in overproduction of thyroid hormone and increased metabolic rate. Causes include diffuse hyperplasia of the thyroid gland (Graves' disease), single nodule in the thyroid gland, and thyroiditis. The symptoms are related to the increased metabolic rate and include weight loss, fatigue, heat intolerance, excessive sweating, diarrhea, tachycardia, insomnia, muscle weakness, and tremor.
Type http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#Class
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