The hypersecretion of growth hormone leads to mcq given below:
Q. The hypersecretion of growth hormone leads to(a) cretinism / |
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🧬 Growth Hormone – Effects of Hypersecretion
Let’s understand this in a very simple way.
What is Growth Hormone (GH)?
Growth hormone is produced by the pituitary gland and is responsible for the normal growth of bones and tissues.
What happens if too much GH is produced?
When the body produces excess growth hormone, it leads to abnormal growth of body parts.
In adults, this condition is called Acromegaly.
✅ Correct Answer: Acromegaly
What is Acromegaly?
It is a condition where there is enlargement of:
- Hands and feet
- Face (jaw, nose, lips become bigger)
- Thickened skin
This happens because bones cannot grow in length in adults, so they grow in thickness instead.
Why other options are not correct?
- Cretinism → Due to deficiency of thyroid hormone in children.
- Myxedema → Due to hypothyroidism in adults.
- Graves’ disease → Due to hyperthyroidism.
Simple Exam Trick:
↑ Growth Hormone in adults → Acromegaly
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