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Cretinism caused by

a)

Hypothyroidism

b)

Hyperthyroidism

c)

Deficiency of iodine

d)

Deficiency of thyroxine



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Cretinism caused by

a)

Hypothyroidism

b)

Hyperthyroidism

c)

Deficiency of iodine

d)

Deficiency of thyroxine

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Answer Key / Explanation : (a) -

(a)

Cretinism is caused hyposecretion of thyroxine during the growth years. It is called childhood hypothyroidism. The two important symptoms are dwarfism and mental retardation.

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