ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Graves’ disease is caused by:
A
hypersecretion of the thyroid
B
hyposecretion of the thyroid
C
hypersecretion of the adrenal cortex
D
hyposecretion of the adrenal cortex
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Graves’ disease is an immune system disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism). Although a number of disorders may result in hyperthyroidism, Graves’ disease is a common cause. Thyroid hormones affect many body systems, so signs and symptoms of Graves’ disease can be wide ranging.

Detailed explanation-2: -Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid gland. The gland produces too much thyroid hormone, a condition known as hyperthyroidism. Thyroid hormones regulate body temperature, heart rate and metabolism.

Detailed explanation-3: -Hyposecretion of the thyroid gland.

Detailed explanation-4: -Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder that leads to an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). An autoimmune disorder is a condition that occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder that involves overactivity of the thyroid (hyperthyroidism).

Detailed explanation-5: -Hypothyroidism, caused by an underactive thyroid gland, typically manifests as bradycardia, cold intolerance, constipation, fatigue, and weight gain. In contrast, hyperthyroidism caused by increased thyroid gland function manifests as weight loss, heat intolerance, diarrhea, fine tremor, and muscle weakness.

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