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(iv) The condition showing swelling in
face and hands and sluggishness due to hypothyroidism is called. (cretinism/myxoedema)

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Solution

The hyposecretion of thyroxine leads to myxoedema. This affects the adults where they feel sluggish with swelling in the face and hands.

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