Definitions

1. noun

A medical condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, leading to various symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and cold intolerance.

“She was diagnosed with thyroidism and had to take medication to regulate her thyroid hormones.”

2. noun

A condition in which the thyroid gland produces too many thyroid hormones, causing symptoms like weight loss, rapid heartbeat, and heat intolerance.

“His thyroidism was causing him to lose weight rapidly, so he had to be careful with his diet.”