Question

On the basis of change in thyroxine, how can you differentiate between cretinism and myxoedema?

Answer 1

1. Cretinism is a type of hypothyroidism that affects youngsters. In young people, thyroid secretion failure causes growth retardation of all kinds (physical, mental, and sexual). Cretinism is caused by a thyroid hormone deficit.
2. Myxoedema, on the other hand, is caused by a thyroid hormone deficit in adults. The patient has a bloated appearance and shows signs of inattention, intelligence, and initiative.

Cretinism	Myxedema
1. It is more common in small children.	1. It is most commonly found in adults.
2. Short stature, mental and sexual retardation, depression, dry skin, laziness, and increased weight are some of the symptoms.	2. Weakness, confusion, the body swells, delay in bone maturation, protruding stomach, and hair loss are some of the symptoms.
3. It is caused by a lack of iodine in the body.	3. It is caused by the thyroid gland being underactive.
4. Iodine-rich foods can assist.	4. It can be treated by addressing the underlying cause, which is hypothyroidism.