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Which disease is caused by the under secretion of adrenal cortex?

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Cretinism
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Dwarfism
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Sterility
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Addison’s disease
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Solution

The correct option is D Addison’s disease
In Addison's disease, the adrenal cortex does not secrete hormones sufficiently. Symptoms include decreased blood sodium, increased blood potassium, low blood glucose level (hypoglycemia), dehydration, low blood pressure, and increased skin pigmentation.

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