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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
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.
Select the odd one out of the following:
TSH, ACTH, Insulin
Give the Technical Term: Name the hormones which lead to the following condition: Exophthalmic goitre
Fill in the Blanks:
The activities of the thyroid gland are controlled by ______ secreted by the ______.
How does the tongue detect the sensation of taste?
Long answer question.
What will be the effect of thyroid gland atrophy on the human body?
Exophthalmic goiter is due to the over secretion of thyroxine.
Senthil has high blood pressure, protruded eyeball, and an increased body temperature. Name the endocrine gland involved and the hormone secretion responsible for this condition.
Name thyroid hormones.
Write a short note on the function of the following hormone:
Thyroid hormones

