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Topic: Science

hyperinvolution

IPA: //ˌhaɪpərɪnˈvʊlʃən//

KK: /haɪpərɪnˈvʊlʃən/

noun

Definition: A condition in physiology where the process of involution occurs excessively, either too much or too quickly.

Example: The patient's hyperinvolution led to significant health complications that required medical attention.

hyperkeratosis

IPA: /ˌhaɪpərkəˈreɪtəˌsɪs/

KK: /haɪpərˌkɛrəˈtoʊsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition where there is an excessive growth of the outer layer of the skin, often resulting in thickened patches.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with hyperkeratosis after noticing the thickened skin on her elbows.

hyperkeratotic

IPA: /ˌhaɪpərˈkɛrətɒtɪk/

KK: /haɪpərˈkɛrətɒtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a condition where the skin becomes thickened due to an excess of keratin.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a hyperkeratotic skin condition that required treatment.

hyperkinesia

IPA: //ˌhaɪpərkɪˈniːziə//

KK: /haɪpərkɪˈniːziə/

noun

Definition: An unusual increase in movement or activity, often seen in children or as a medical condition.

Example: The doctor diagnosed the child with hyperkinesia due to his constant fidgeting and inability to sit still.

hyperkinesis

IPA: //ˌhaɪpərkɪˈniːsɪs//

KK: /haɪpərkɪˈniːsɪs/

noun

Definition: A condition, often seen in children, where there is excessive movement and activity that can be hard to control.

Example: The doctor diagnosed him with hyperkinesis after observing his constant fidgeting and inability to sit still.

hyperlipemia

IPA: /ˌhaɪpərlɪˈpiːmiə/

KK: /haɪpərlɪˈpimiə/

noun

Definition: A medical condition characterized by an excess of lipids (fats) in the blood, which can lead to various health issues.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with hyperlipemia after reviewing her blood test results.

hyperlipidemia

IPA: /ˌhaɪpərlɪpɪˈdiːmiə/

KK: /haɪpərlɪpɪˈdiːmiə/

noun

Definition: A condition where there is too much fat or lipids in the blood, which can lead to health problems.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with hyperlipidemia after reviewing her blood test results.

hypermetabolic

IPA: /ˌhaɪpərməˈtæbəlɪk/

KK: /haɪpərˈmɛtəˌbɑlɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a state in which the body's metabolism is significantly increased, often leading to rapid energy expenditure and weight loss.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with a hypermetabolic condition that required careful management of their diet.

hypermetabolism

IPA: /ˌhaɪpərmɪˈtæbəlɪzəm/

KK: /haɪpərˈmɛtəˌbɒlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A condition where the body's metabolism is significantly increased, often due to injury or illness.

Example: After the surgery, the patient experienced hypermetabolism, which made it difficult for them to gain weight.

hypermetropia

IPA: //haɪpərˈmɛtrəpiə//

KK: /haɪpərˈmɛtrəpiə/

noun

Definition: A condition where distant objects are seen more clearly than nearby ones, often due to the eyeball being too short or the cornea having too little curvature.

Example: She was diagnosed with hypermetropia and needed glasses to see things up close.

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