Q. Cretinism caused by
A) Hypothyroidism
B) Hyperthyroidism
C) Deficiency of iodine
D) Deficiency of thyroxine
Explanation
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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