Question

A symptom of Graves' disease is

• A. Low temperature
• B. Low breathing rate
• C. Low heart rate
• D. High heart rate

Answer 1

The correct option is D High heart rate

Grave's disease is also known as exophthalmic goitre. It occurs due to over secretion of thyroid hormone (thyroxine) from thyroid gland. In exophthalmic goitre, protrusion of eyeballs occur due to deposition of excess fat behind the eyes. This is known as exophthalmus. Other symptoms include anxiety, weight lost, fast and irregular heartbeat and sensitivity to heat.

So, the correct answer is 'High heart rate'.