Which of the following diseases is caused by the under secretion of cortisol?

Anaemia

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Addison’s disease

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Hyperglycemia

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Mental illness or retardation

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Solution

The correct option is B Addison’s disease
Addison’s disease is caused by the under secretion of cortisol. As cortisol is a part of adrenal cortex, so when adrenal glands are not able to produce enough hormone, it will cause adrenal insufficiency or Addison’s disease.

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