Definitions

1. adjective

producing or characterized by an excess of thyroid hormones, especially in relation to the thyroid gland.

“The patient was diagnosed with thyrotoxic crisis after a sudden release of thyroid hormones into the bloodstream.”

2. noun

a condition of the thyroid gland characterized by an excess of thyroid hormones, especially Graves’ disease.

“Treatment for thyrotoxic disease often involves radioactive iodine to reduce the production of thyroid hormones.”