Question

Exophthalmic goiter is caused due to the overactivity of

• A. Thymus
• B. Thyroid
• C. Parathyroid
• D. Adrenal cortex

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Thyroid

The correct option is B.

The explanation for the correct option:

1. Exophthalmic goiter is also referred to as Grave's disorder.
2. Enlargement of the thyroid gland is a key symptom of this disease.
3. The hormone produced by the Thyroid gland is referred to as Thyroxine.
4. This disease is caused by the overproduction of thyroxine.

The explanation for the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. The thymus gland is referred to as a small lymphatic gland.
2. It plays a role in the immunity system by guiding T-cells.
3. The common disease caused due to Thymic abnormality is myasthenia gravis.

Option C:

1. Parathyroid refers to a small gland at the back of the thyroid.
2. The abnormality in the parathyroid leads to a deficiency of calcium.

Option D:

1. The adrenal cortex is a part of the adrenal gland.
2. This secret numerous hormones.
3. And hormones released by the Adrenal cortex are helpful in various metabolic activities.

Final answer:
Exophthalmic goiter is caused due to the overactivity of the Thyroid.