An individual with bulging eyes may
A)be secreting inadequate thyroid hormone.
B)be secreting excessive thyroid hormone.
C)be secreting inadequate cortisol.
D)be secreting excessive cortisol.

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Bulging eyes, also known as exophthalmos, is a common symptom of an overactive thyroid gland, a condition called hyperthyroidism. Excessive secretion of thyroid hormone causes the eye muscles to swell and push the eyeballs forward, resulting in the appearance of bulging eyes. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

An Individual with Bulging Eyes May