Question

Match the following:

List I	List II
(A) Hyperthyroidism	(I) Myxedema
(B) Hypersecretion of glucocorticoids	(II) Addison's disease
(C) Hypothyroidism	(III) Increased metabolic rate
(D) Hypoparathyroidism	(IV) Cushing's syndrome
	(V) Kidney stones

• A. A-III B-II C-I D-V
• B. A-III B-IV C-I D-II
• C. A-I B-IV C-III D-II
• D. A-I B-II C-III D-V

Answer 1

The correct option is B A-III B-IV C-I D-II

• Hyperthyroidism - Hyperthyroidism is defined as a condition of overproduction of the thyroid hormones T${}_3$ or T${}_4$ or both. Thyroid hormones control the rate of metabolism.
• Cushing's syndrome is caused by a pituitary tumor leading to excessive production of ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone). Excessive ACTH stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce high levels of glucocorticoids.
• Myxedema results due to severe hypothyroidism. Myxedema is more common in women than in men. Myxedema can occur in the lower leg (pretibial myxedema) and behind the eyes (exophthalmos).

• In Addison's disease, adrenal glands produce too little cortisol and often insufficient levels of aldosterone. It is also called adrenal insufficiency.
• Addison's disease occurs in all age groups and affects both sexes. Addison's disease can be life-threatening. Hypoparathyroidism can occur with Addison's disease.
  Hence, correct answer is B.