The term thyrotoxicosis means

A. an inflammation of the inner lining of the thyroid gland
B. an opening made into the thyroid gland to drain poison
C. an inflammation of the thyroid gland causing blood poisoning
D. a disorder caused by excessive thyroid hormone production
E. an inflammation of the thyroid gland due to a poison


Answer: D

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