Hyperthyroidism Is Most Commonly Caused by the Autoimmune Disease Called

question 53

Multiple Choice

Hyperthyroidism is most commonly caused by the autoimmune disease called:

• A)Graves' disease.
• B)pellagra.
• C)beriberi.
• D)cretinism.

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that regulates bodily functions including temperature, hunger, and thirst.

Thalamus

The brain's main relay station, channeling sensory and motor signals to and from the cerebral cortex.

Temporal Lobe

An area of the cerebral cortex that plays a role in analyzing sound information and forming memories.

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord.