hyperexcretion
/ˌhaɪpərɪkˈskriːʃən/
noun
- The production and release of an abnormally large amount of a substance (such as sweat, saliva, or a hormone) by the body.
- Hyperexcretion of sweat can be a symptom of a medical condition called hyperhidrosis.
- The doctor tested the patient for hyperexcretion of cortisol, which can cause weight gain.
- Certain medications can lead to hyperexcretion of stomach acid, causing heartburn.
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