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Write briefly about the causes of exophthalmic goitre.
Write in brief about the causes of exophthalmic goitre.
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The cause of exophthalmic goitre is an autoimmune disorder. In this condition, the immune system produces abnormal antibodies that stimulate the thyroid gland, leading to the excessive production of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism).
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