HEAD NECK
THYROID GLAND
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Question
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which of the following secretion of thyroxine leads to goitre.
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Hypothyroidism
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Hyperthyroidism
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -When thyroxine is secreted in lower concentration by the thyroid gland, it leads to a condition called goitre. In goitre, the thyroid gland swells up and a lump appears at the front of the neck.
Detailed explanation-2: -A goiter can occur in a gland that is producing too much hormone (hyperthyroidism), too little hormone (hypothyroidism), or the correct amount of hormone (euthyroidism). A goiter indicates there is a condition present which is causing the thyroid to grow abnormally.
Detailed explanation-3: -Thyroid gland secretes a hormone called thyroxine. Improper secretion of thyroxine leads to goitre. In this condition the neck becomes swollen.
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