masked hyperthyroidism

masked hyperthyroidism
hyperactivity of the thyroid gland in which the classic signs and symptoms are subtle, and predominance of cardiovascular symptoms leads to suspicion of heart disease rather than thyroid disease; it occurs chiefly in middle-aged or elderly persons.

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