The cause of cretinism is

Hypothyroidism

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The correct option is A Hypothyroidism
Cretinism is caused by hypothyroidism.
Hyposecretion of thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), hormones secreted by the thyroid gland, results in this condition.
Hyperthyroidism results in Graves’s disease and Goitre.
Hypoparathyroidism causes osteoporosis where as hyperparathyroidism results in muscular tetany.

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