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Tetany is caused by |
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a) |
Hyperparathyroidism |
b) |
Hypoparathyroidism |
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c) |
Hyperthyroidism |
d) |
Hypothyroidism |
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Tetany is caused by |
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a) |
Hyperparathyroidism |
b) |
Hypoparathyroidism |
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c) |
Hyperthyroidism |
d) |
Hypothyroidism |
(b)
Tetany is caused by due to hypoparathyroidism. It causes the lowering of blood calcium level. This increases the excitability of nerves and muscles which results in sustained contraction of muscles of larynx, face, hands and feet.