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In a case study of a patient, the following symptoms were noted: High BMR, Sleeplessness, emotionally disturbed, weight loss and high heart rate than normal. What could be the patient suffering from?
In a case study of a patient, the following symptoms were noted: High BMR, Sleeplessness, emotionally disturbed, weight loss and high heart rate than normal. What could be the patient suffering from?
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The correct option is B Hyperthyroidism
The patient is suffering from the condition of hyperthyroidism. The excessive production of thyroxine in the body leads to hyperthyroidism. The major symptoms include- high metabolic rate, the rise in body temperature, excessive sweating, increased heartbeat, sleeplessness, weight loss and emotional imbalance. Persistent hyperthyroidism may lead to graves disease which is characterized by the bulging of the eyeballs.
Hyperthyroidism
The patient is suffering from the condition of hyperthyroidism. The excessive production of thyroxine in the body leads to hyperthyroidism. The major symptoms include- high metabolic rate, the rise in body temperature, excessive sweating, increased heartbeat, sleeplessness, weight loss and emotional imbalance. Persistent hyperthyroidism may lead to graves disease which is characterized by the bulging of the eyeballs.
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