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Which is not a symptom of exophthalmic goitre?

A

Degenerating sex organs

B

Protrusion of eyeball

C

Frightened look to the patient

D

Hyperthyroidism

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To determine which option is not a symptom of exophthalmic goitre (also known as Graves' disease), we will analyze each option provided in the question. ### Step-by-step Solution: 1. **Understanding Exophthalmic Goitre**: - Exophthalmic goitre is a condition caused by hyperthyroidism, which is an excess secretion of thyroid hormones. It is commonly associated with Graves' disease. 2. **Identifying Symptoms of Exophthalmic Goitre**: - Common symptoms include: - Protrusion of the eyeballs (exophthalmos) - Increased basal metabolic rate (BMR) - Nervousness or a frightened appearance - Weight loss despite increased appetite - Heat intolerance - Increased sweating 3. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option 1: Degenerating sex organs**: This symptom is not associated with exophthalmic goitre. Instead, it relates to deficiencies in the sex glands, such as the ovaries or testes. - **Option 2: Protrusion of eyeballs**: This is a classic symptom of exophthalmic goitre. - **Option 3: Frightened look to the patient**: This can be associated with the nervousness and anxiety often seen in hyperthyroidism. - **Option 4: Hyperthyroidism**: This is the underlying condition of exophthalmic goitre. 4. **Conclusion**: - The option that is not a symptom of exophthalmic goitre is **Option 1: Degenerating sex organs**. ### Final Answer: **Degenerating sex organs** is not a symptom of exophthalmic goitre.
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