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The Growth Hormone and Its Importance

Gigantism and...

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Gigantism and acromegaly are due to

A

Hyposecretion of Thyroxine

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Hyposecretion of Growth hormone

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Hypersecretion of Thyroxine

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Hypersecretion of Growth hormone

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Solution

The correct option is C Hypersecretion of Growth hormone
Growth hormone is secreted by the anterior pituitary. It is also known as somatotropin.
Hypersecretion of growth hormone causes gigantism in children and acromegaly in adults.
Acromegaly has certain peculiar symptoms which include enlargement of hands and feet along with joint pain, thicker skin, deepening of the voice, headaches, and problems with vision.
Gigantism to excessive linear growth, headache, etc.
So, the correct answer is option D.

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