ALL meanings of hypothyroidism
hy·po·thy·roid·ism
H h - noun hypothyroidism deficient activity of the thyroid gland. 1
- noun hypothyroidism the condition produced by a deficiency of thyroid secretion, resulting in goiter, myxedema, and, in children, cretinism. 1
- noun hypothyroidism Abnormally low activity of the thyroid gland, resulting in retardation of growth and mental development in children and adults. 1
- noun hypothyroidism insufficient production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland 0
- noun hypothyroidism any disorder, such as cretinism or myxoedema, resulting from this 0
- noun hypothyroidism deficient activity of the thyroid gland 0
- noun hypothyroidism the disorder resulting from this, characterized by a retarded rate of metabolism and resulting sluggishness, puffiness, etc. 0