Graves Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is graves disease?
A
-Autoimmune disease in which immune system attacks thyroid causing it to make more of the hormone.
(Thyroid over produces hormone)
2
Q
What is the cause of graves disease?
A
-Unknown malfunction in the bodies disease fighting immune system
3
Q
What is the treatment of graves disease?
A
- Medication
- Surgery: thyroid removal
- Radiation therapy
