Question on: JAMB Biology - 2022

The under secretion of thyroxine in children results in?

A

goitre

B

gigantism

C

kwashiorkor

D

cretinism

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Correct Option: D

The correct answer is Option D

Congenital hypothyroidism, formerly referred to as cretinism, is a severe thyroid hormone shortage in infants.

It results in reduced growth, decreased neurological function, and physical abnormalities.

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