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प्रश्न
Define the following term:
Myxoedema
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उत्तर
Myxoedema is a condition that affects an adult if his thyroid does not function properly; in this condition, the person becomes sluggish with swelling of the face and hands.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
People living in the low Himalayan hilly regions often suffer from goiter. What could be the possible reason for it?
Given ahead is a portion from the human body showing some important structure in ventral (front) view.
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- Where is this portion located in the body?
- Name the structures numbered 1-3.
- State one main function of each of the structures named above.
- Is there any duct to carry the secretions from the structure numbered 2? If so, give its name.
Draw and label the structure of thyroid gland.
Fill in the Blanks:
______ is a disease caused by hypoparathyroidism.
State the Location
Thyroid
Exophthalmic goiter is due to the over secretion of thyroxine.
Given diagram is ofT. S. of the Thyroid gland identifies labels 'X' and 'Y'.
Iodine is necessary for the synthesis of which of the following hormone?
Mention the name of disease based on the clue/symptom given below:
Dwarfism and mental retardation in children.
Name the disease in which a child shows symptoms like low BMR, thick tongue, prolonged neonatal jaundice, lethargy and constipation.

