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GRAVE DISEASE

\ɡɹˈe͡ɪv dɪzˈiːz], \ɡɹˈe‍ɪv dɪzˈiːz], \ɡ_ɹ_ˈeɪ_v d_ɪ_z_ˈiː_z]\

Definitions of GRAVE DISEASE

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Hyperthyroidism associated with a diffuse hyperplastic goiter resulting from production of an antibody directed against the thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) receptor, which acts as an agonist of TSH. (Braverman, The Thyroid, 6th ed, p648)

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