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Deficiency of thyroxine/hypothyroidism in adults results in
Deficiency of thyroxine/hypothyroidism in adults results in
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The correct option is C Myxoedema
A. Diabetes mellitus occurs when there is increased levels of sugar in blood and this condition is called hyperglycaemia. This disorder is caused due to deficiency or low secretion of insulin hormone. B. Diabetes insipidus is a disorder in which there is less secretion of ADH due to which there is less water reabsorption in kidneys.C. Myxoedema, known as Gull's disease, commonly occurs in adults due to deficiency of thyroid hormones after the physical and mental development is complete.D. Exophthalmic goitre occurs due to over secretion of thyroid hormone. In exophthalmic goitre, protrusion of eyeballs occur due to deposition of excess fat behind the eyes.So, the correct answer is 'Myxoedema'.
A. Diabetes mellitus occurs when there is increased levels of sugar in blood and this condition is called hyperglycaemia. This disorder is caused due to deficiency or low secretion of insulin hormone.
B. Diabetes insipidus is a disorder in which there is less secretion of ADH due to which there is less water reabsorption in kidneys.
C. Myxoedema, known as Gull's disease, commonly occurs in adults due to deficiency of thyroid hormones after the physical and mental development is complete.
D. Exophthalmic goitre occurs due to over secretion of thyroid hormone. In exophthalmic goitre, protrusion of eyeballs occur due to deposition of excess fat behind the eyes.
So, the correct answer is 'Myxoedema'.
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