Question

Gorilla-like appearance may be due to

• A. Excess TSH
• B. Excess vitamin C
• C. Excess thyroxine
• D. Excess secretion of GH after maturity

Answer 1

The correct option is D Excess secretion of GH after maturity

Gorilla-like appearance occurs due to excess secretion of GH after maturity. This condition is called acromegaly. When there is excess secretion of growth hormone in adulthood, there is abnormal thickening of bones and soft tissues. The frontal bone gets enlarged and protruded which gives gorilla like appearance to the person.

So, the correct answer is 'Excess secretion of GH after maturity'.