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What does hypersecretion mean?

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Noun
  1. (endocrinology) Excessive secretion
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The portfolio company is investigating a novel molecular pathway that controls mucus hypersecretion in asthma and other respiratory ailments.
There are several syndromes of hormone hypersecretion that are caused by the unregulated production of hormones, usually by tumours.
Histamine-induced hypersecretion may cause gastritis, peptic ulcers, and diarrhea, and ultimately, malabsorption may occur.
It is only when the hypersecretion of tears takes place that the lachrymal apparatus is called much into use.
Primary aldosteronism is a syndrome associated with hypersecretion of the major adrenal mineralocorticoid, aldosterone.
Bronchospasm, edema, and mucus hypersecretion lead to airflow obstruction, but it is often reversible.

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