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What is exophthalmic goitre?
Options
- AA form of hypothyroidism
- BA condition where the rate of synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones is increased to abnormal high levels
- CA form of hyperthyroidism, characterised by enlargement of the thyroid gland, protrusion of the eyeballs, incr
- DA condition where the thyroid gland secretes a protein hormone called thyrocalcitonin
Correct answer
C. A form of hyperthyroidism, characterised by enlargement of the thyroid gland, protrusion of the eyeballs, incr
Step-by-step solution
Exophthalmic goitre is a form of hyperthyroidism, characterised by enlargement of the thyroid gland, protrusion of the eyeballs, increased basal metabolic rate, and weight loss, also called Graves’ disease. It is due to cancer of the thyroid gland or due to development of nodules of the thyroid glands.Thyroid hormones play an important role in the regulation of the basal metabolic rate. These hormones also support the process of red blood cell formation. Thyroid hormones control the metabolism of carbohydrates, pro