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单词 hypoparathyroidism
释义

hypoparathyroidism

noun

hy·​po·​para·​thy·​roid·​ism ˌhī-pō-ˌper-ə-ˈthī-ˌrȯi-ˌdi-zəm How to pronounce hypoparathyroidism (audio)
-ˌpa-rə-
: an endocrine disorder that is marked by a deficiency of parathyroid hormone resulting in hypocalcemia and that is characterized especially by muscle weakness and cramps, tingling or numbness of the lips, hands, or feet, and sometimes tetany

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web The episode began early last month when the drug maker pulled Natpara, which was approved four years ago to treat hypoparathyroidism, a rare endocrine disorder that can lead to heart failure and death. Ed Silverman, STAT, 18 Oct. 2019

Word History

Etymology

hypo- + parathyroid entry 2 + -ism

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

hypoparathyroidism

noun

hy·​po·​para·​thy·​roid·​ism -ˌpar-ə-ˈthī-ˌrȯid-ˌiz-əm How to pronounce hypoparathyroidism (audio)
: an endocrine disorder that is marked by a deficiency of parathyroid hormone resulting in hypocalcemia and hyperphosphatemia and that is characterized especially by muscle weakness and cramps, tingling or numbness of the lips, hands, or feet, fatigue, and sometimes tetany compare pseudohypoparathyroidism
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