Asked by Peter Isais on May 10, 2024

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____ is due to congenital hypothyroidism.

A) Acromegaly
B) Cretinism
C) Dwarfism
D) Gigantism
E) Goiter

Congenital Hypothyroidism

A condition present at birth where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone, critical for growth and development.

Cretinism

A congenital condition caused by a deficiency in thyroid hormone, leading to stunted physical and mental growth.

Dwarfism

A medical or genetic condition resulting in an adult height significantly below the average.

  • Recognize conditions and diseases related to hormonal imbalances.
  • Gain insight into the contribution of hormones to the mechanisms of growth and development.
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Masoumeh SoleymsniMay 16, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Cretinism is a condition arising from the deficiency of thyroid hormone, which is due to congenital hypothyroidism. This deficiency impairs normal physical and cognitive development in infants and young children.