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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