Which is an autoimmune disorder caused by hyperthyroidism is characterized by goiter and Exophthalmos?

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Which condition is characterized by hyperthyroidism goiter and exophthalmos?

Graves' disease includes thyrotoxicosis, goiter, exophthalmos, and pretibial myxedema when fully expressed, but can occur with one or more of these features.

What is the autoimmune disorder that results in a hyperthyroid goiter?

Graves' disease is an immune system disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism). Although a number of disorders may result in hyperthyroidism, Graves' disease is a common cause.

Which of the following diseases is characterized by exophthalmos?

exophthalmos, also spelled exophthalmus, also called proptosis, abnormal protrusion of one or both eyeballs. The most common cause for unilateral or bilateral exophthalmos is thyroid eye disease, or Graves ophthalmopathy.

What disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system mistakenly attacks thyroid tissue?

Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder that leads to an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). An autoimmune disorder is a condition that occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue.