MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Cretinism is a disorder caused due to tom hyposecretion of thyroid hormones(Thyroxine) in children. It is characterised by stunted physical and mental growth in children. Myxoedema is caused due to the deficiency of thyroxine hormone in adults. In this case, limbs and neck become swollen.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hypothyroidism in adults causes reduced metabolism. It can result in symptoms such as fatigue, intolerance of cold temperatures, low heart rate, weight gain, reduced appetite, poor memory, depression, stiffness of the muscles and reduced fertility. See the article on hypothyroidism for more information.

Detailed explanation-3: -Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland is not producing enough of these hormones. Primary hypothyroidism affects the whole body and may cause a variety of symptoms. Having too little thyroid hormone can affect the whole body. The body’s normal rate of functioning slows, causing mental and physical sluggishness.

Detailed explanation-4: -Myxoedema or Gull’s disease is caused by deficiency (hyposecretion) of thyroid hormone in adults.

Detailed explanation-5: -Myxedema is another term for severely advanced hypothyroidism. It’s a condition that occurs when your body doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormone. The thyroid is a small gland that sits right at the front of your neck. It releases hormones that help your body regulate energy and control a wide variety of functions.