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hypersecretion /hy·per·se·cre·tion/ (-se-kre´shun) excessive secretion.
hypersecretion [hi″per-se-kre´shun] excessive secretion.
hypersecretion excessive secretion, e.g. of hormones.
hyperlacrimation Overflow of tears due to excessive secretion by the lacrimal gland. It may be caused by drugs (e.g. pilocarpine), strong emotion; or as a reflex from trigeminal stimulation by an inflamed eye; or irritation of the cornea or conjunctiva by a chemical irritant in the air; cold wind; or a foreign body in the eye. The main symptoms are discomfort and blurring of vision and sometimes embarrassment. Management depends on the cause. Syn. hypersecretion. See epiphora.
hypersecretion A state of excess secretion. See Rebound hypersecretion. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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