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graves' disease

 

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Noun graves' disease has 1 sense
  1. Graves' disease, exophthalmic goiter - exophthalmos occurring in association with goiter; hyperthyroidism with protrusion of the eyeballs
    --1 is a kind of hyperthyroidism, thyrotoxicosis; exophthalmos

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Graves Disease

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A medical condition characterized by an overactive thyroid gland, resulting in symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, weight loss, irritability, and protrusion of the eyeballs.

Example Sentence: Graves disease can cause extreme tiredness and difficulty sleeping.

Sense 2: A popular autoimmune disorder affecting the thyroid, often causing an increase in thyroid hormone production.

Example Sentence: The doctor diagnosed her with Graves disease after a thorough examination.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Referring to items or events related to the condition Graves disease.

Example Sentence: She attended a Graves disease support group to connect with others who understood her struggles.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A local historical location named after a person with the surname Graves.

Example Sentence: The Graves family donated the land to create the park in honor of their ancestors.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Pertaining to a certain geographical area, specific to a locality.

Example Sentence: The Graves Disease Foundation focuses on providing resources and support for patients within the local community.

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