Which of the following does NOT apply to Graves' disease
A)It is a symptom is exophthalmos.
B)It is an autoimmune disease.
C)It is caused by a goitre.
D)There is an elevated basal metabolic rate.

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Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism (elevated basal metabolic rate) and often results in exophthalmos (bulging eyes). It is not caused by a goitre, although a goitre may be present as a result of the overstimulation of the thyroid gland.

Which of the Following Does NOT Apply to Graves' Disease