Differentiate: Cretinism and Myxedema.

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Cretinism	Myxedema
Caused by hyposecretion of thyroxine in infants.	Caused by hyposecretion of thyroxine in adults.
It is characterized by stunted growth, pot belly, protruding tongue and pigeon chest.	It is characterized by puffy appearance due to accumulation of fat in the subcutaneous tissue and oedema (accumulation of water in tissue space).
Mental and sexual retardation takes place.	Mental and sexual development is not affected but patients lack alertness.

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पाठ 9: The Endocrine System - Differentiate

पाठ 9 The Endocrine System
Differentiate | Q 5

Define Endocrine gland

Hormones	Target gland
Melanotrophin (MSH	______

Give an example of a blood pressure lowering hormone.

Define the following:

Endocrine gland

Give the Technical Term: Name two hormones secreted by the alimentary canal.

Give the Technical Term: Name the glands which secrete the following hormone: Relaxin

Choose the Odd One Out

Which organ acts a temporary endocrine gland in females?

which of the given option shows all wrong statements for thyroid gland

Statements