noun
- Plural of hyperthyroid; people who have hyperthyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone.
Usage: Medical/clinical term; Often used in healthcare contexts to refer to patients with the condition
Examples
- The endocrinologist treats both hyperthyroids and hypothyroids in her clinic.
- Hyperthyroids often experience weight loss and increased heart rate.
- Many hyperthyroids benefit from medication to regulate their thyroid hormone levels.
- The study compared symptoms in hyperthyroids versus those with normal thyroid function.
- Hyperthyroids may require radioactive iodine treatment or surgery in severe cases.