1. excessive or abnormally increased secretion of a substance by a gland or tissue
Usage: medical/scientific term; commonly used in endocrinology and pathology

Examples

• The patient's hypersecretion of thyroid hormone caused rapid weight loss and increased heart rate.
• Hypersecretion of cortisol by the adrenal glands can lead to Cushing's syndrome.
• The doctor diagnosed hypersecretion of insulin, which was causing dangerously low blood sugar levels.
• Gastric hypersecretion may result in severe ulcers if left untreated.
• Hypersecretion of growth hormone in children can lead to gigantism.