Graves’ disease ________________. Select all that apply.

Question

is an autoimmune condition of the posterior pituitary.
is a form of hyperthyroidism.
is a neurogenic disorder.
causes weight gain, bradycardia, and fatigue.
results in elevated thyroid hormones.

Answer 1

Graves’ disease is a form of hyperthyroidism and results in elevated thyroid hormones.

The other statements are incorrect:

• It is not an autoimmune condition of the posterior pituitary; it primarily affects the thyroid gland.
• It is not a neurogenic disorder.
• It does not cause weight gain, bradycardia, and fatigue; it more commonly leads to weight loss, increased heart rate (tachycardia), and fatigue.