hyperadrenalism

hy·pe·rad·renalism

uncommon

noun

1.

a glandular disorder caused by excessive ACTH resulting in greater than normal functioning of the adrenal gland; characterized by obesity

Synonyms

Cushing's disease

Origin

From hyper- + adrenalism.

Related words

Broader terms

glandular disease

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Grammar

noun
singular	hyperadrenalism
plural	hyperadrenalisms

Nearby words

hyperacidity hyperactive hyperactivity hyperacusia hyperacusis hyperadrenocorticism hyperaemia hyperaldosteronism hyperalimentation hyperbaric chamber

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