Multiple choice

Protrusion of eyeball is a symptom of 

  1. hypothyroidism

  2. cataract

  3. Addison’s disease

  4. hyperthyroidism

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Explanation

Protrusion of eyeball is a symptom of hyperthyroidism. The forward protrusion of the eyes is due to immune-mediated inflammation in the retro-orbital fat. Exophthalmos, when present, may exacerbate hyperthyroid lid lag and stare.