GENERAL HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND

ENDOCRINE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following diseases is characterized by exophthalmos?
A
Addison’s disease
B
Cushing’s disease
C
diabetes mellitus
D
Grave’s disease
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Graves’ disease is a syndrome characterized by hyperthyroidism, a particular ophthalmopathy, and pretibial myxedema.

Detailed explanation-2: -Exophthalmos is the protrusion of one or both eyes anteriorly out of the orbit due to an increase in orbital contents within the rigid bony orbit. It most commonly manifests in thyroid-associated eye disease such as Graves’ disease ophthalmopathy.

Detailed explanation-3: -Disease Overview Hormones are secreted directly into the bloodstream where they travel to various areas of the body. Graves’ disease is characterized by abnormal enlargement of the thyroid (goiter) and increased secretion of thyroid hormone (hyperthyroidism).

Detailed explanation-4: -Bulging eyes (exophthalmos) could be a sign of a problem with your thyroid gland. It can be treated, but get it checked quickly as your vision can be affected.

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