Multiple choice

Hypothyroidism in adulthood leads to

  1. cretinism

  2. Addison’s disease

  3. sterility

  4. myxoedema

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D Correct answer
Explanation

 Hypothyroidism in adulthood leads to myxoedema. Myxoedema refers to deposition of mucopolysaccharides in the dermis, which results in swelling of the affected area.