Which of these is responsible for exophthalmic goitre?

Undersecretion of thyroxin

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Oversecretion of thyroxin

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Undersecretion of insulin

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Oversecretion of insulin

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The correct option is B
Oversecretion of thyroxin

Oversecretion of thyroxin leads to symptoms that include fast heartbeat, rapid breathing as well as a protrusion of the eyes and swelling of the neck. This is known as exophthalmic goitre.

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