Hypersecretion of which of the following hormones causes increased metabolic rate, sensitivity to heat, weight loss, and exophthalmos?

A) PTH (parathyroid hormone)
B) Estrogen
C) Cortisol
D) Thyroid hormone
E) GH (growth hormone)

Hypersecretion

A condition where glands produce an excessive amount of a substance, often leading to various disorders.

Metabolic Rate

Metabolic rate is the rate at which the body uses energy to maintain basic bodily functions when at rest, known as the basal metabolic rate (BMR).

Exophthalmos

A condition characterized by the bulging of the eyes out of the orbit, often associated with thyroid disease, particularly Grave's disease.